Medication History Tech - Pharmacy PRN

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support safe admissions through accurate medication reconciliation. This role involves obtaining comprehensive medication histories from patients admitted to the Emergency Department and newly admitted inpatients, ensuring accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of pharmacy technician experience, a high school diploma, and relevant certifications. A mission-driven culture focused on quality and patient safety awaits you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of pharmacy technician experience in a retail, hospital, or health-system setting required.
• Three years of pharmacy technician experience in a hospital environment preferred.
• Must obtain Pharmacy Technician Career Ladder assessment certificates within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete, accurate, and timely medication histories for patients admitted.
• Conduct in-person and telephone interviews for various patient categories.
• Document medication histories accurately in the electronic health record.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong customer service

Excellent communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

National PTCB Certification (CPhT)

State of Louisiana Pharmacy Technician License

Job description

Supporting Safe Admissions Through Accurate Medication Reconciliation

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Minimum two (2) years of pharmacy technician experience in a retail, hospital, or health‑system setting (required)
• Preferred: three (3) years of pharmacy technician experience in a hospital environment
• National PTCB Certification (CPhT) (required)
• State of Louisiana Pharmacy Technician License (required)
• Pharmacy Technician Career Ladder (Assessment Certificates) required within 60 days of hire
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
• Working knowledge of brand and generic drug names, dosing, uses, and formulations
• Strong prioritization skills with the ability to work independently and manage competing demands
• Excellent customer‑service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced and changing healthcare environment

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Comprehensive benefits program for you and your family.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities within Pharmacy Services.
• Collaborative interdisciplinary care environment.
• Generous paid time off and employee wellness programs.
• Mission‑driven culture focused on safety, quality, and compassion.
• Employee perks: https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks

What You Will Do

You will obtain complete, accurate, and timely medication histories for patients admitted through the Emergency Department, newly admitted inpatients, and pre‑operative patients to support safe medication reconciliation.

• Obtain comprehensive medication histories using patient/caregiver interviews, retail pharmacy records, MARs, and third‑party software.
• Conduct in‑person and telephone interviews for ED, inpatient, and pre‑operative patients.
• Collect prescription, OTC, herbal, and supplement information including dose, route, frequency, and last taken time.
• Ensure timely completion of medication histories for physician review.
• Accurately document medication histories in the electronic health record.
• Communicate with external pharmacies, physicians, and insurance companies as needed.
• Coordinate with nurses, pharmacists, physicians, and case managers to identify high‑priority patients.
• Resolve medication history discrepancies and elevate to pharmacists or providers as needed.
• Conduct medication history quality audits.
• Assist with Emergency Department medication distribution as needed.
• Perform monthly unit inspections and audit rounds in the Emergency Department.
• Prioritize workload effectively to meet productivity expectations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What Sets BRG Apart

At Baton Rouge General, accuracy in medication histories is essential to patient safety. Medication History Technicians play a vital role in preventing medication errors and supporting informed clinical decision‑making from the moment patients enter our system.