Certified Pharmacy Technician: Medication Historian - St. Peter's Hospital
- Pay
- $20 – $27 per hour
- Location
- St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 1+ year
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Listed
- 3 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB or NHA)
- Pharmacy experience
- Medication history interviewing
- EMR documentation
- Knowledge of top 200 commonly prescribed medications
- Patient and caregiver communication
- Proficient reading, writing, and speaking English
Also useful
- Leadership skills
- Familiarity with brand and generic medication names and dosing
About the role
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Rotating Shift
About the role
10am-6pm with every 4th weekend 1pm-9pm
If you are looking for a Full Time, Pharmacy Technician position to meet your schedule, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places.
Position Highlights
- Recognized leader: Magnet Hospital in the Capital Region
- Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
- Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
- Work/Life: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules
What you will do
A medication historian conducts patient interviews within the hospital and emergency department to obtain medication lists. A standardized questionnaire and process to obtain a complete medication history is used for each patient. This history is a comprehensive list of prescription medications, infusions, over the counter products, immunizations, dietary and herbal supplements which is entered into the electronic medical record.
The medication historian technician will use various resources to gather this information including calling physician offices, dialysis centers, pharmacies, hospitals and nursing homes and obtaining medication administration records to confirm outpatient regimens.
Responsibilities
- Identify the patient to be seen per hospital policy based on alerts and consults
- Complete medication history for each medication identified using an established questionnaire as a guide to obtain a comprehensive list of patient’s entire medication regimen patient's (i.e., medication name, dose, route, frequency, time/date last dose taken). This may involve interviewing the patient, caregiver and or family member.
- Documentation each medication, including prescription, outpatient infusions, over-the-counter medication, dietary and herbal supplements into the electronic medical record. Documents dates and times of last doses administered per protocol.
- Confirm the medication history using a secondary source (i.e., electronic medication history resource, patient’s preferred community pharmacy, MARs, physician office, medication bottles…etc).
- Verify and document patient’s allergies and reported reactions.
What you will need
- Minimum Education: high school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 year pharmacy experience.
- Must be certified pharmacy technician (CPhT) from either PTCB or NHA
- Accurate and detail oriented with exemplary time management skills
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Must be able to write, speak and read English proficiently
- Ability to interact with patients and their caregivers as well as various members of the healthcare team (i.e., nurses, pharmacists, physicians, outpatient providers, nursing home staff)
- Must be willing to interact with patients at the bedside including wearing appropriate PPE and entering patient facing areas
- Knowledge of brand and generic medication names and dosing for the top 200 commonly prescribed medications within 90 days of hire
- Knowledge and skills in using computers and common software applications
- Position requires long periods of standing and significant walking
Pay Range: $20.00 - $26.67
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
From Trinity Health's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 9, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
What is the salary for the Certified Pharmacy Technician: Medication Historian - St. Peter's Hospital role at Trinity Health?
The Certified Pharmacy Technician: Medication Historian - St. Peter's Hospital posting at Trinity Health states compensation of $20 – $27 per hour. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Trinity Health's official career site.
Where is the Certified Pharmacy Technician: Medication Historian - St. Peter's Hospital job at Trinity Health located?
This Certified Pharmacy Technician: Medication Historian - St. Peter's Hospital position at Trinity Health is located in St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY (On-site). Always check Trinity Health's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
What qualifications are required for Certified Pharmacy Technician: Medication Historian - St. Peter's Hospital at Trinity Health?
For the Certified Pharmacy Technician: Medication Historian - St. Peter's Hospital role, Trinity Health highlights 1+ year of relevant experience; a high school diploma or equivalent; experience with Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB or NHA), Pharmacy experience, Medication history interviewing, EMR documentation, Knowledge of top 200 commonly prescribed medications, Patient and caregiver communication. Rolev.ai can score your existing resume against these requirements and show any skill gaps before you apply.
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