Medication Reconciliation Tech — Safer Meds, Better Care

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham, Inc.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medication Reconciliation Technician at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham, Inc. supports the pharmaceutical team by obtaining accurate medication histories and coordinating with outpatient pharmacies under pharmacist supervision.

Responsibilities include interviewing patients, updating EHRs, coordinating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring safe medication distribution and documentation in accordance with policy.

Qualifications

• MA Registered Pharmacy Technician with National Certification (PTCB or ExCPT).
• High school diploma or GED required; 1–3 years related work experience strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of brand and generic drug names and basic pharmacology.
• Basic familiarity with computers and ability to navigate web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Obtains medication histories on all assigned patients during scheduled shifts.
• Interviews patients or caregivers to determine dose and frequency of medications.
• Calls outpatient pharmacies to confirm regimens or investigate discrepancies.
• Updates home medication lists in the EHR based on gathered information.
• Delivers medications to patient care units and ensures accurate dispensing.
• Assists in maintaining inventory and handling Prior Authorizations and PA requests.
• Utilizes all technology to accomplish tasks and triages telephone requests.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Web-based applications

Basic computer skills

Communication

Education

MA Registered Pharmacy Technician with National Certification (PTCB or ExCPT)

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

The Medication Reconciliation Technician at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham, Inc. supports the pharmaceutical team by obtaining accurate medication histories and coordinating with outpatient pharmacies under pharmacist supervision.

Responsibilities include interviewing patients, updating EHRs, coordinating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring safe medication distribution and documentation in accordance with policy.