Medication History Technician

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

Job Summary

Responsible for obtaining accurate home medication lists from patients entering the hospital. Assists pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff by conveying medication information verbally or electronically to appropriate care providers. Ensures accuracy and completeness of medication histories in various hospital settings. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support safe patient care transitions. Maintains compliance with organizational procedures and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conducts interviews and phone calls to retail pharmacies and physician offices to gather home medication histories.
• Utilizes medication history software and state databases to obtain medication information.
• Updates computerized home medication databases and reconciles medication lists with admission orders.
• Discusses high‑alert or targeted medications with the pharmacist as appropriate.
• Notifies the pharmacist immediately of discrepancies between updated home medication lists and admission orders.
• Collects data and conducts quality monitors as assigned.
• Completes required documentation accurately and timely.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area.

0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part‑time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

• Active KY Board of Pharmacy Registration
• Nationally certified Pharmacy Technician by either PTCB (PTCE) or NHA (ExCPT)

Working Conditions

• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: Never
• Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: Intermittent (10% – 50% of the time)
• Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: Regular (> 50% of the time)
• Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Repetitive motion: Regular (> 50% of the time)
• Working at heights above 4 feet: Never
• Working in confined spaces: Never
• Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Job‑related travel: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Loud noises: Never
• Temperature extremes: Never
• Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Radiation: Never
• Burns: Never
• Cuts/Punctures: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: Never
• Combative/violent people: Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Animal handling (including carcasses): Never

Physical Demands

This position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods; regular performance of tasks with repetitive motions (typing or data entry); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning equipment or materials; occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, bloodborne or airborne pathogens, and interaction with combative or violent people. Occasional job‑related travel may also be required.

Department / Shift

Department: Pharmacy

Shift: Days (United States of America)

Time Type: Full time

Address: 2201 Lexington Avenue, Ashland, Kentucky