Job Description
UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Medication Reconciliation Pharmacy Ops Specialist, Associate to join our dynamic pharmacy team. This specialist will play a critical role in ensuring accurate medication histories for patients, contributing to improved patient outcomes and safety. Our full-time role will serve 10-hour evening shifts with rotating weekends holidays. In addition to an exciting career full of growth opportunities in a supportive environment, we provide a Total Rewards package that can help you achieve your goals because we believe you're at your best when receiving the support you need in all areas of life: professional, personal, financial and more.
Responsibilities:
- Medication Reconciliation: Conduct comprehensive medication reconciliation for patients at admission, transfer, and discharge. Primary work will be focused on admission medication reconciliations for patient admitting through the emergency department.
- Patient Interviews: Obtain detailed medication histories through patient interviews, family members, and outpatient pharmacy records.
- Documentation: Document medication histories accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Collaboration: Work closely with pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to clarify discrepancies and ensure accurate medication information.
- Education: Provide education to patients and caregivers regarding their medications.
- Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to medication reconciliation processes.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards and hospital policies regarding medication management.
Qualifications:
Required
- Completion of high school diploma or equivalent require OR
- Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program
AND one of the following:
- Two years of previous pharmacy technician experience OR
- Enrollment in good standing as a pharmacy student OR
- Demonstrated competency in all detailed aspects of the Pharmacy Operations Specialists DESIGNATED area which includes (Inventory Control, Chemotherapy, Medication Safety, Automation, Information Technology..etc)
Preferred
- Pharmacy technician experience in a hospital or retail setting.
- Previous experience with medication reconciliation is highly preferred
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Comprehensive understanding of pharmacology and medication safety principles
- Familiarity with Joint Commission standards and hospital medication management policies
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:N/AUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran