Pharmacy Technician - Medication History Program
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Technician - Medication History Program
The Medication History Technician plays a crucial role in patient admissions and medication reconciliation by obtaining and documenting accurate medication histories under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist for patients admitted to the hospital. This technician may also assist with other pharmacy technician duties.
Responsibilities- Demonstrates the ability to competently work in general and specialized areas of pharmacy practice.
- Participates in the training of new employees.
- Fills and delivers medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner.
- Policies and procedures are followed consistently.
- Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care.
- Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed.
- Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information.
- Ensures quality assurance is maintained according to departmental and legal requirements.
- Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately.
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
- Education:
High School Graduate or Equivalent - Experience:
6 months minimum relevant experience required - License/Certification:
Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required. CPhT credential through National Health career Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required. For team members hired prior to February 1, 2020, certification as CPhT through NHA or PTCB is required by January 31, 2022.
Job requires standing for prolonged periods. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs.
Position Compensation Range: $20.68 - $32.05 Hourly
Benefits- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation.
Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
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