Emergency Pharmacy Tech: Medication History & Reconciliation

Capital Health System, Inc.; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Prescription drug cover

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

FSA

Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Paid Time-Off

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Capital Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in the Emergency Department to obtain medication histories for new ED patients, document allergies, and relay information to pharmacists and nurses. The role includes ensuring accurate entry into the EHR and supporting ED pharmacy operations.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, CPhT certification, NJ Board of Pharmacy registration or eligibility within 6 months, and at least two years of pharmacy technician experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT) certification required.
• Current NJ Board of Pharmacy Registration or eligibility within 6 months of employment.
• Two years Pharmacy Technician experience required.
• PTCB Medication History certification preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Obtain detailed medication histories from patients or caregivers for ED patients.
• Document current medications and allergies in the EHR for pharmacist/physician review.
• Notify ED pharmacist, physician, and nursing staff upon completion of medication histories.
• Performs all duties of inpatient pharmacy technician if necessary.
• Precepts pharmacy technicians, students, and residents on home med interviews and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

EHR familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT)

NJ Board of Pharmacy registration or eligibility

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Capital Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in the Emergency Department to obtain medication histories for new ED patients, document allergies, and relay information to pharmacists and nurses. The role includes ensuring accurate entry into the EHR and supporting ED pharmacy operations.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, CPhT certification, NJ Board of Pharmacy registration or eligibility within 6 months, and at least two years of pharmacy technician experience.