Medication History Specialist

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation is seeking a Pharmacy History Specialist to obtain accurate home medication lists from patients at admission. You will assist pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff by conveying medication information verbally or electronically to care providers, ensuring complete histories across hospital settings.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support safe patient transitions and maintain compliance with procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with technical training in a designated area.
• Experience in healthcare settings is preferred, paid experience counted.
• Active KY Board of Pharmacy Registration is required.
• Certification as Pharmacy Technician (PTCB/ExCPT) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews and calls to gather home medication histories.
• Use medication history software and state databases to obtain data.
• Update computerized home medication databases and reconcile with admission orders.
• Discuss high-alert medications with the pharmacist as appropriate.
• Notify the pharmacist of discrepancies between histories and orders.
• Complete required documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Interviewing

Medication history gathering

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

High school diploma

Vocational/technical training

KY Board of Pharmacy Registration

Tools

Medication history software

State databases

Job description

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation is seeking a Pharmacy History Specialist to obtain accurate home medication lists from patients at admission. You will assist pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff by conveying medication information verbally or electronically to care providers, ensuring complete histories across hospital settings.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support safe patient transitions and maintain compliance with procedures.