Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, we care deeply about your well-being—both physical and mental. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every stage of life. Here’s an overview of what you can expect:

Health and Wellness

• Personalized Health Insurance Plans: Including dental and vision coverage, available to you from Day 1.

• Wellness Programs: Designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

• Life Insurance Coverage: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Financial Security

• Education Reimbursement: Supporting your professional growth and development.

• 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match: Helping you plan for a secure future.

Time Off and Flexibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual: Begin earning PTO from Day 1.

• Six Paid Holidays: Enjoy time to rest and recharge.

• Long- and Short-Term Leave Options: Supporting you during life’s unexpected events.

We’re committed to providing benefits that meet your needs and enhance your quality of life. Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you!

Position summary:

Provide 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.   

​Perform other functions of a pharmacy technician registered in the State of Iowa and within the scope of Iowa law as needed.​ 

Shift: evening shift 1030a-7p, every third weekend rotation, rotating holidays

What you will do:

• ​​Successfully complete Medication History Pharmacy Technician Competency/Skill Set. 

• ​Interview patients &/or their designated family/caregivers as soon as possible after  

​presenting for care to Mercy clinical areas (includes the Emergency Department, as well as inpatient and outpatient areas). 

• ​Obtain & 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. 

• ​Recording should include the following:   name/location of patient’s ambulatory pharmacy, medication/supplement name, dosage form, strength, dose, day/time of most recent dose, and source(s) of the information being recorded. 

• ​Attempt 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. 

• ​Obtain & 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. 

• ​Consult with a pharmacist in all cases of unresolved uncertainties related to a patient’s medication & allergy history. .​ 

Qualifications: 

• ​​High school diploma or GED required when nationally certified through NHA 

• ​PCTB nationally certified technicians do NOT require HS diploma or GED 

• ​Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within 3 months of hire. 

• ​National 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. 

​OR 

• ​Registered Pharmacist-Intern with the State of Iowa at the time of hire

Provide 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.   

​Perform other functions of a pharmacy technician registered in the State of Iowa and within the scope of Iowa law as needed.​ 

Essential Key Job Responsibilities:

• ​​Successfully complete Medication History Pharmacy Technician Competency/Skill Set. 

• ​Interview patients &/or their designated family/caregivers as soon as possible after  

​presenting for care to Mercy clinical areas (includes the Emergency Department, as well as inpatient and outpatient areas). 

• ​Obtain & 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. 

• ​Recording should include the following:   name/location of patient’s ambulatory pharmacy, medication/supplement name, dosage form, strength, dose, day/time of most recent dose, and source(s) of the information being recorded. 

• ​Attempt 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. 

• ​Obtain & 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. 

• ​Consult with a pharmacist in all cases of unresolved uncertainties related to a patient’s medication & allergy history. 

• ​Other duties as assigned by management.​ 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• ​​High school diploma or GED required when nationally certified through NHA 

• ​PCTB nationally certified technicians do NOT require HS diploma or GED 

• ​Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within 3 months of hire. 

• ​National 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. 

​OR 

• ​Registered Pharmacist-Intern with the State of Iowa at the time of hire​ 

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.