Medication History Technician

Medication History Technician

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The Medication History Technician is an integral member of the Vanderbilt Health Inpatient Pharmacy Services team. This role focuses on obtaining and verifying comprehensive prior-to-admission medication histories for hospitalized patients to support safe and effective medication management throughout their hospital stay.

Medication History Technicians collaborate with patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, and external healthcare organizations to ensure medication records are accurate and complete. The information gathered plays a critical role in medication reconciliation, patient safety, clinical decision making, and continuity of care at discharge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain and verify complete prior-to-admission medication histories for admitted patients.
• Review medication fill histories through various pharmacy and healthcare databases.
• Contact physician offices, clinics, treatment centers, pharmacies, and other healthcare entities as needed to verify medication information.
• Interview patients and caregivers to gather medication related information and assess medication adherence.
• Document and reconcile medication information accurately.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate medication management during hospitalization.
• Support safe medication ordering and transitions of care by providing a thorough and reliable medication history.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician through either PTCB or NHA in order to be considered.
• Hospital and/or retail pharmacy experience preferred.
• Experience in additional pharmacy practice areas is a plus, including Oncology, Long-Term Care, Specialty Pharmacy, Ambulatory Care, or other pharmacy practice settings.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills are critical.

Hours:

• This day-shift position will be scheduled for (5) 8-hour shifts Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:00am 7:30pm.
• Every 3rd weekend rotation working both Saturday and Sunday.

Why This Role Matters:

The work of the Medication History Technician directly contributes to patient safety by helping ensure physicians and clinical teams have an accurate understanding of each patient's medication regimen. This information supports appropriate inpatient medication ordering, reduces medication errors, facilitates successful transitions of care, and promotes effective discharge planning.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

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