Medication History Specialist - Pharmacy Tech

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medication History Pharmacy Technician to systematically interview patients and caregivers to compile a complete home medication list. The role collaborates with pharmacists and the medical team to document findings and communicate important medication information.

The technician will rotate across areas such as Central, OR, and Sterile compounding, training others and improving workflows while ensuring safe distribution of medications.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be a Registered Technician or Pharmacy Intern with MA Board of Pharmacy and PTCB certified or Mass internship license.
• Knowledge of standard pharmaceutical terms, abbreviations and symbols; familiarity with handling controls.
• At least 1 year of Pharmacy experience including sterile compounding or retail.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patient/family to obtain a complete home medication list.
• Document findings in medical records and share with medical team and pharmacy staff.
• Work across multiple Pharmacy areas (Central, OR, Sterile, Infusion, etc.).
• Serve as primary trainer for area and manage training materials.
• Suggest workflow improvements and support safe, timely medication distribution.

Skills

Sterile compounding

Retail pharmacy

Controlled substances handling

EMR familiarity

Education

Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy registration

PTCB certification

Mass internship license

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medication History Pharmacy Technician to systematically interview patients and caregivers to compile a complete home medication list. The role collaborates with pharmacists and the medical team to document findings and communicate important medication information.

The technician will rotate across areas such as Central, OR, and Sterile compounding, training others and improving workflows while ensuring safe distribution of medications.