Pharmacy Medication Transition Technician Job Aurora area,Colorado USA,Healthcare

The Pharmacy Medication Transition Technician assists inpatient and outpatient pharmacists with medication history, reconciliation, to ensure that any differences between medications taken before admission and medications ordered upon discharge for a patient are intentional and not accidental. Works to promote an efficient discharge prescription process in collaboration with the outpatient pharmacy.

Additional Information

Department Name: OP Retail Pharmacy
Job Status: 1.0 FTE; 40 hours/week - eligible for benefits
Shift Times:
Monday - Friday, 8am-8pm. Saturday, 8am-5pm and Sunday, 9am-2pm.
Shift Length:
Varies between 5-10 hours.
Weekend Requirement:
Rotation determined by business need and training.
Holiday Requirement:
No holidays at this time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships, and team building. Following hospital and department policy and procedures and contributing to overall quality services.

Works cooperatively with others and organizes daily workflow to optimize output.

Completes medication histories for new admissions.

Performs discharge duties from admission of patient to final discharge plan. This includes collaborating with inpatient floor staff and outpatient pharmacy staff on delivery and timing of delivery.

Performs general duties of a pharmacy technician including but not limited to:

Data Entry:
Med Transitions technicians obtain insurance information, if needed, add patient demographics, insurance information, and prescription data into the outpatient pharmacy prescription processing system. Technicians then submit the claims to third party insurance for processing, which will determine co-pay and whether adjudication issues may exist. If adjudication issues exist, the technician will troubleshoot and begin the resolution process.
Patient Contact:
Med Transitions technician communicates with patient or patients' families information on co-pay amount and any insurance adjudication issues. Technician will also verify patient payment type.
Product Dispensing:
Medication transition technicians coordinate dispensing and patient education activities with the decentralized pharmacists.

Provides service to customers to meet or exceed their needs and expectations.

Collects and compiles data, statistics and other information needed for quality assurance programs or reports to provide information to assist with decision-making.

Participates in the team approach to quality improvement to support the Pharmacy Department's commitment to the philosophy and principles of Quality and Safety.

Maintains updated knowledge and skills and contributes to the education of others.

Participates in planning processes by establishing personal goals to support quality improvement efforts and contribute to the achievement of departmental objectives.

Provides age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the age groups served when participating in patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience:

Two (2) years of Pharmacy Technician Experience. Medication Reconciliation Technician or Meds to Beds experience is preferred.
Equivalency:
- Completion of pharmacy technician program may substitute for one (1) year of the experience requirement.
- Completion of pharmacy technician program plus one (1) year of experience performing medication prior authorizations may substitute for two (2) years of pharmacy technician experience.
Certification(s):
- State of Colorado Pharmacy Technician (PHAT) Certification
- Certificate through a nationally recognized certification board or body approved by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcare Association (NHA)
- Medication History Certificate within 12 months of hire
Licensure(s):
None

Salary Information

Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

Hourly Range: $23.54 to $35.31

Benefits Information

Here, you matter. As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development…