About this role
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in patient care? Join our team as a Medication Reconciliation Technician, where you’ll play a vital role in ensuring safe and effective treatment for patients from admission through discharge. We are looking for a strong candidate who has day and evening shift availability (plus weekend availability).
What You’ll Do:
Engage directly with patients upon arrival to gather and document their home medications.
Support the medical team by providing accurate medication histories that inform treatment planning.
Collaborate across departments, including the Emergency Department and inpatient units, to reconcile medications throughout the patient’s stay.
Communicate with pharmacies, families, and care teams to ensure complete and accurate information.
Document findings in the electronic medical record and assist with discharge planning to support smooth transitions of care.
What We’re Looking For:
A strong communicator who’s comfortable interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Someone flexible and adaptable—ready to shift focus as patient needs evolve throughout the day.
Prior experience in a healthcare setting (hospital, pharmacy, skilled nursing facility, or medical office) is preferred.
Familiarity with medical terminology is a plus.
Why This Role Matters: This is a dynamic, patient-facing position that directly contributes to safer care and better outcomes. You’ll be part of a collaborative team helping patients navigate critical transitions in their healthcare journey
Responsibilities:
Medication Reconciliation: Collect and verify patients’ home medication lists by conducting interviews and gathering information from external sources such as physician offices, family members, pharmacies, and care facilities. Document findings promptly in the medical record and escalate any barriers to the appropriate clinical teams.
Vaccine History Collection: Obtain and record vaccine information from patients or prior medical records to support comprehensive care planning.
Discharge Support: Assist with discharge-related medication needs, including “meds-to-beds” services and other planning tasks within your scope. Communicate professionally and in alignment with ST Health Core Values, ensuring any discrepancies in medication data are addressed and resolved with the appropriate disciplines.
Collaboration & Communication: Maintain open, respectful communication with team members and supervisors. Share feedback constructively and report any personal challenges that may impact job performance.
Confidentiality & Prioritization: Uphold all confidentiality policies and manage your workload effectively to meet patient care needs.
*Performs other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- LPN preferred.
- Two or more years of experience in a related role preferred (such as EMT, Paramedic, Pharmacy Technician)
- Will complete a medical terminology course during orientation and corresponding electronic modules related to the job.
Ability to communicate effectively in relation to medications.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:- Act 34
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Pay range
$18.19–$27.58 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
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Medication Reconciliation Technician — Altoona, PA | Pepper Health (Library Build)
Medication Reconciliation Technician at Pepper Health, Altoona. See the pay range, the schedule, and your recruiter’s name before you apply.
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# Medication Reconciliation Technician
- Location: Altoona, PA
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Patient Care Support
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Altoona
- Pay: $18.19–$27.58 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-12-07T11:11:47.81Z
## Description
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in patient care? Join our team as a **Medication Reconciliation Technician**, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring safe and effective treatment for patients from admission through discharge. We are looking for a strong candidate who has day and evening shift availability (plus weekend availability).
**What You’ll Do:**
…Where you’ll work
Altoona, PA
A close-knit central-PA community in the Allegheny foothills, home to our Altoona hospital and a growing surgical program — where nurses know their patients by name and the mountains are twenty minutes away.
- Pepper Health Altoona
- Altoona Surgical Pavilion
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role

I came in as a PCT with zero healthcare experience. Two years later Pepper is paying for my nursing degree while I work the schedule school needs.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
Patient Care Tech
Senior PCT / Unit Secretary
PCT III — precepting new hires
Nursing school on tuition support
Graduate nurse at Pepper
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?
Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.
About this roleDo you support continuing education?
Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.
About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?
Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.
About this roleWhat does advancement look like?
Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.
Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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