Medication History Technician

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Evening Shift Description: Shift: 1030a-7p with every third weekend rotation and occasional holidays. u200bu200bProvide technical support in obtaining, verifying for accuracy, and recording initial medication histories from patients &/or their designated family/caregivers upon presentation to Mercy patient care areas. Includes conducting patient &/or family interviews focused on obtaining current medication regimens including prescription and over-the-counter (non-prescription) medications, as well as vitamin and herbal supplements. u200bPerform other functions of a pharmacy technician registered in the State of Iowa and within the scope of Iowa law as needed. _u200b_ Essential Key Job Responsibilities: + _u200bu200b_ Successfully complete Medication History Pharmacy Technician Competency/Skill Set. + u200bInterview patients &/or their designated family/caregivers as soon as possible after u200bpresenting for care to Mercy clinical areas (includes the Emergency Department, as well as inpatient and outpatient areas). + u200bObtain & record in the electronic medical record a current list of medications to include: prescription medications, over-the-counter (non-prescription) medications, vitamin and nutritional supplements, as well as the source(s) for this information. + u200bRecording should include the following: name/location of patientu2019s ambulatory pharmacy, medication/supplement name, dosage form, strength, dose, day/time of most recent dose, and source(s) of the information being recorded. + u200bAttempt to clarify as many uncertainties and compile as complete a medication history as possible utilizing patient and family/caregiver information, ambulatory pharmacy records, clinic records, long-term-care facility records and information from previous hospital encounters. + u200bObtain & record in the electronic medical record an allergy history for each patient. In doing so, clarify & record the nature of the allergic reaction when necessary. + u200bConsult with a pharmacist in all cases of unresolved uncertainties related to a patientu2019s medication & allergy history. + u200bOther duties as assigned by management.u200b Minimum Qualifications: + u200bu200bHigh school diploma or GED required when nationally certified through NHA + u200bPCTB nationally certified technicians do NOT require HS diploma or GED + u200bProof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within 3 months of hire. + u200bNational Pharmacy Technician Certification; Minimum of 2000 hours of pharmacy technician experience required; and Registered as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy at time of hire. u200bOR + u200bRegistered Pharmacist-Intern with the State of Iowa at the time of hireu200b Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran

Created: 2026-03-02