Medication Reconciliation Technician — Patient Safety

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medication Reconciliation Technician to collect accurate medication histories and support the healthcare team under a pharmacist's supervision.

The role involves interviewing patients, reconciling home medications, communicating issues to care teams, and ensuring proper documentation in the electronic health record. A vaccination requirement is in place for staff.

Qualifications

• MA Registered Pharmacy Technician with National Certification (PTCB or ExCPT).
• 1-3 years related work experience strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of brand and generic drug names and basic pharmacology.
• Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medication histories for all assigned patients during shifts.
• Interview patients/caregivers to document dose and frequency of meds.
• Call outpatient pharmacies to confirm regimens and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

PTCB/ExCPT certification

Pharmacy technician experience

Basic computer skills

Education

MA Pharmacy Technician License

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medication Reconciliation Technician to collect accurate medication histories and support the healthcare team under a pharmacist's supervision.

The role involves interviewing patients, reconciling home medications, communicating issues to care teams, and ensuring proper documentation in the electronic health record. A vaccination requirement is in place for staff.