Pharmacy Tech: Medication History & Reconciliation Specialist

Search Results; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefit Plan — Medical, 

Dental and Vision and Much More!

Bonus Potential

Job summary

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to obtain comprehensive medication histories from patients, families, and outpatient providers. The role includes documenting medications, identifying allergies, and resolving discrepancies with pharmacists.

Responsibilities include interviewing patients, reviewing records with outpatient pharmacies, data entry into EMR, maintaining accuracy, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• 6 months – 1 year related experience.
• Current Pharmacy Technician License issued by The Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
• PTCB Medication History Certificate or ASHP Medication Reconciliation Certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough interviews with patients, families, or caregivers to obtain a complete and accurate list of the patient’s home medications (including over-the-counter, supplements/vitamins/herbals, and prescription medications) for patients admitted to inpatient status.
• Accurately identify and document true medication allergies versus medication intolerances
• Review medical records and collaborate with outpatient pharmacies to confirm and clarify medication information
• Accurately input medication history details into the electronic medical record (EMR) or pharmacy system, ensuring the information is up-to-date
• Identify and communicate any medication history discrepancy or inconsistency to the pharmacist for further review and resolution
• Develops and implements quality programs and initiatives pertaining to assigned clinical area
• Assists the main pharmacy with pharmacy technician duties as well as conducting regular cycle counts to maintain inventory management

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

6 months – 1 year related experience

Job description

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to obtain comprehensive medication histories from patients, families, and outpatient providers. The role includes documenting medications, identifying allergies, and resolving discrepancies with pharmacists.

Responsibilities include interviewing patients, reviewing records with outpatient pharmacies, data entry into EMR, maintaining accuracy, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.