Medication History Technician, PRN

VHC Health; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Medication History Technician, where your skills will directly impact patient care. In this vital role, you will gather and enter patient medication histories into electronic medical records, ensuring that healthcare providers have the information they need for effective treatment. Your expertise in medication management and compassionate patient interaction will be essential as you navigate the challenges of an acute care setting. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking healthcare organization focused on patient well-being and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires familiarity with medications, their uses, and dosages.
• Must have excellent computer and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately obtain and enter patient medications and allergies.
• Relay medication-related issues to pharmacists or physicians.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Skills

Medication Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Job description

Position Title

Medication History Technician, PRN

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:

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