This process comprises five steps: (1) develop a list of current medications; (2) develop a list of medications to be prescribed; (3) compare the medications on the two lists; (4) make clinical decisions based on the comparison; and (5) communicate the new list to appropriate caregivers and to the patient.

Medication Reconciliation Technician Improve medication safety by assisting pharmacists to collect up-to-date prior-to-admission medication lists for patient admitted to the hospital. Update and clarify allergy information in patients' records in an electronic health record.

A pharmacy technician works closely with a pharmacist to ensure the health and safety of their patients. They locate, dispense, pack, and label a prescribed medication for a patient that is then reviewed for accuracy by a pharmacist before dispensed to the patient.

Four-step process Verify (collect a current medication list) Clarify (make sure the medications and doses are appropriate) Reconcile (compare new medications with the list and document changes in the orders) Transmit (communicate the updated and verified list to the appropriate caregivers).

Data Synthesis: Pharmacy technicians can help pharmacists perform medication reconciliation by taking on 3 specific roles in the process: obtaining preadmission medication history, obtaining relevant patient information from outpatient pharmacies and health care providers, and documenting the compiled medication list.

Initiation of medication reconciliation including obtaining and documenting patients' medication information for pharmacists' review. Reviewing patient charts to identify medication allergies that require pharmacist follow up.

Ability to weigh and measure. Basic typing skills. Ability to operate computer ( PC or mainframe system) Physical ability required for prolonged periods of standing and walking. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with nursing personnel concerning patient drug orders.