Medication History Specialist

71847BR Auto req ID: 71847BR Department: 14013 - BGMC Medical Reconciliation Job Description: The Medication History Specialist supports accurate medication reconciliation for new patients admitted at their hospital site. Assists the entire patient care team (pharmacist, nurse, provider, etc) in ensuring the completion and accuracy of medication histories. Medication history documentation responsibilities will be conducted in various patient care settings including but not limited to: emergency department, inpatient care nursing units, surgical pre-admission testing office, or any other place at the respective site assigned by the pharmacist, provider, or supervisor. To ensure the most accurate information, medication documentation involves collecting information from various sources including: the patient, patient caregiver, any available health information exchange(s), retail pharmacies, physician offices, or any other source as directed by the pharmacist, nurse, provider, or supervisor. Buffalo,NY Location: Buffalo General Medical Center Recruiter: Casey Calandra Minimum or Preferred Qualifications: HS Diploma or GED required. AAS in Business/Healthcare-related degree preferred. BA/BS in Business/Healthcare-related degree preferred. 3 years of experience in a healthcare setting (within the past 5 years) preferred. 1 year of direct patient care in a healthcare setting preferred. Typing skills assessment required. You must meet one of the below requirements: • Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB certification) • Certified Medical Assistant • Relevant NYS Healthcare License (such as but not limited to LPN) • Actively enrolled in one of the following healthcare degree programs at an accredited institution: Nursing (Nurse/Nurse Practitioner), Pharmacy (Pharmacist), Medicine (Physician), Physician Assistant, Dentistry (Dentist), Dietitian/Nutritionist, Physical Therapist Status: Full Time Shift: Evenings Scheduled Work Hours: 11a-7p; 12-8p; 1p-9p; 2p-10p; 3p-11p Salary Range: $23.76-$30.08 per hour Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Grade: T6 Position: Medication History Specialist Union Code: 07 - CWA 1168 BGH TCC Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Weekend/ Holiday Requirement: Weekend and/or Holiday Scheduling Required Equal Opportunity Employer Kaleida Health is committed to diversity and believes our workforce is strengthened by the inclusion of and respect for our differences. Kaleida Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform your job.