Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician

Overview

At Central Health, we provide high-quality, patient-centered care. We are a leading provider of ambulatory care services, committed to improving patient outcomes through innovative solutions and a supportive team environment. Join us in making a difference in patients' lives as we continue to grow and excel in the healthcare field.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Technician to join our dynamic team. The Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Technician will work at Transition of Care/Skilled Nursing Facilities (TOC/SNF) for the equivalent of 5 days a week (1 FTE). This role supports our ambulatory care services by assisting pharmacists and the TOC/SNF team in medication management, patient education, and ensuring optimal medication therapy outcomes.

Key Responsibilities: Clinical Support:
Support pharmacists and TOC/SNF teams in conducting Collaborative Drug Therapy Management (CDTM) and patient assessments. Document patient interactions and medication therapy outcomes, including but not limited to:

• Gathering medication histories with accuracy from multiple Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Identifying potential errors or necessary clarifications with acute precision.
• Medication use and administration.
• Prescribing accuracy.
• Administration of CDTM per protocols.

Administrative Duties: Assist with insurance processing and billing as needed, including but not limited to:

• Alleviating pharmacist and TOC/SNF staff’s time by completing various administrative tasks.
• Delivering safe patient care.

Patient Interaction: Address patient questions and concerns, and facilitate medication access.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including those set by the Board of Pharmacy and other regulatory agencies.

Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare providers to coordinate patient care and optimize medication therapy.

MINIMUM EDUCATION
:
High School Diploma

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
: 1 year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE
:
Registered with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy National Certification with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT)

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) - Obtained through approved American Heart Association

Current Pharmacy Technician license with Texas State Board of Pharmacy

Medication Therapy Management Certificate Program within 6 months of hire

Medication History Certificate Education/Training Program within 6 months of hire