Certified Pharmacy Technician- Medication Reconciliation

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Your Job:
The Pharmacy Technician will assist in performing paraprofessional tasks that will ensure a high quality of pharmacy service.

Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.


Your Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required

• Registered technician with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy or Pharmacy student current Pharmacy Intern License

• 1 year of Pharmacy experience preferred
• Hospital Pharmacy experience preferred
• Computer skills preferred, but not required
• Ability to maintain confidentially and patient privacy standards set by the department as well as hospital

Your Job Responsibilities

• Reviewing and updating patients' medication records, ensuring they are accurate and up to date

• Collecting and organizing patients' medication histories

• Identifying discrepancies between medication orders and actual usage

• Consulting with healthcare professionals to clarify any discrepancies and make necessary changes

• Explaining medication instructions and any changes to patients or their caregivers

• Assisting in the transition of care by ensuring that medication lists are accurate during admission and transfer

• Supporting the pharmacist to ensure prescriptions are filled correctly

• Documenting interventions and outcomes of the medication reconciliation process

• Maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with healthcare regulations

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023

• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

• Level III Trauma Center