Clinical Pharmacy Technician – ED Medication History

Sentara Healthcare; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital seeks a Medication History Pharmacy Technician to collect patient medication histories in the ED and coordinate with pharmacies, PCPs and nursing homes. This full‑time role requires licensure and institutional knowledge to ensure accurate data and safe patient care.

Responsibilities include documenting medications, communicating with patients and care teams, and assisting in central pharmacy tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Virginia Pharmacy Tech License is required.
• CPhT License (NHA or PTCB) is required.
• 2 Years of Pharmacy Experience is required.
• Emergency Department Medication History Experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in ED to obtain medication history from patients.
• Discuss with patients their current medications.
• Call pharmacies, PCPs, or nursing homes for history when needed.
• May work in central Pharmacy (filling meds, delivery).
• Train new employees on pharmacy processes.
• Fill and deliver medications under licensed supervision.

Skills

Medication history collection

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Virginia Pharmacy Tech License

CPhT License (NHA/PTCB)

Tools

Epic

Job description

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital seeks a Medication History Pharmacy Technician to collect patient medication histories in the ED and coordinate with pharmacies, PCPs and nursing homes. This full‑time role requires licensure and institutional knowledge to ensure accurate data and safe patient care.

Responsibilities include documenting medications, communicating with patients and care teams, and assisting in central pharmacy tasks as needed.