Medication History Pharmacy Technician

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health in Arlington, VA seeks a Medication History Pharmacy Technician to accurately obtain and document patients’ current medications and allergies in the EMR for admitting and discharging them from the hospital. The role emphasizes precise data entry and collaboration with pharmacists and physicians.

The position requires 2 years of retail/hospital pharmacy experience, 1 year of computer experience, and Virginia CPhT licensure. It includes medication management and distribution duties.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
• Two years of retail/hospital pharmacy experience required.
• One year of computer experience required.
• Familiarity with commonly prescribed medications, brand/generic names, doses, and frequencies.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and accurately enter current patient medications and allergies into the hospital EMR for admitting and discharging patients.
• Relay or escalate medication-related issues to the pharmacist or physician as needed.
• Perform limited medication management and distribution duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Ability to work under pressure

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Pharmacy software

Job description

Position Title

Medication History Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The medication history technician (MHT) is responsible for accurately obtaining and entering current patient medications and allergies into the hospital's electronic medical record for utilization by the physicians responsible for admitting and discharging the patient from the hospital. The MHT is also responsible for relaying or escalating any medication related issues that they cannot address to the pharmacist and/or physician. This position also performs limited medication management and distribution duties.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience:

Two years of retail/hospital pharmacy experience is required.

One year of computer experience is required.

Certification/Licensure:

Licensed as a Certified Pharmacy Technician by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required.

Other Qualifications

• Familiarity with commonly prescribed medications, brand/generic names, use, doses, frequencies, and dosage forms is required
• Must have excellent computer skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work under pressure with other healthcare professionals
• Must be able to handle difficult patient and family situations commonly seen in the acute care setting, including ED
• Must directly interact with patients presenting with acute illness, with competence and compassion

Additional Job Description

In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.