Unitypoint Health Madison , WI 53706
Posted 1 week ago
13674BR
FTE: 0.6
Shift: Day/PM shift (8-hours) with weekend and holiday rotation
Compensation: $18.60+
Hours Per Week: 24
Weekends: Some
Benefit Eligible
A Pharmacist Assistant's primary responsibility is to improve medication safety by assisting pharmacists in collecting accurate home medication lists and allergy information for patients admitted to the hospital. This information is assimilated into the electronic medical record to decrease medication errors due to incomplete or inaccurate information.
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Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
After hire: completion of Meriter Pharmacy's Pharmacist Assistant training program
2 years of Health care experience
1-2 years' experience working in a fast-paced work environment
Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
Microsoft Office applications
Internet applications
Use of phone/pager/fax/e-mail
Strong interpersonal skills
Typing skills
Communication skills- fluent in English
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Preferred or Specialized Requirements:
Associate degree OR completion of/enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program at an accredited university
Certification as a Pharmacy Technician
Previous direct patient care experience
Previous work experience as a Pharmacy Technician
Epic Systems software operation
Basic medication facts- generic/brand drug names, formulation, indication, etc.
Basic healthcare facts- disease physiology, laboratory tests
Healthcare system resources to obtain medical information
Understanding formularies, medical charts, and legal issues related to pharmacy practice
Able to work as part of a team; balancing leadership and the ability to delegate while maintaining collaborative group efforts.
Demonstrates effective communication and interactive skills when working with pharmacists, physicians, nurses, other health care professionals, and a diverse patient population.
Takes initiative in problem solving
Demonstrates motivation to work independently
Capability to multi-task
Demonstrates professionalism through commitment to the advancement of pharmacy services
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