Pharmacy Intern-30154

About the Role

The Pharmacy Technician Intern assists licensed pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy, demonstrating leadership and initiative, and fulfilling the needs of the department and the Medical Center. The intern is involved in training newly hired pharmacy technicians and other interns, exemplifying Rush's mission, vision, and values while adhering to Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and identifies various classifications of medications, medication names, dosage forms, and routes of administration.
• Understands and utilizes pharmacy workflow for first doses, Pyxis refills, cart fill, batches, medication returns, and disposal.
• Performs accurate pharmaceutical calculations, including metric conversions and parenteral dose calculations.
• Interprets EPIC pharmacy labels, understands medical abbreviations, and differentiates medication order types.
• Accurately and timely fills and delivers patient-specific medications and Pyxis restocks.
• Troubleshoots Pyxis equipment and utilizes pharmacy technology (Carousels, DoseEdge, WASP, MILT, RxVerify).
• Prepares non-sterile compounds and packaging, including oral syringes and topical medications.
• Answers phones, assists with missing medication requests, and handles technical duties.
• Manages inventory, storage, and supply maintenance, including ordering through RxWorks.
• Complies with USP and aseptic technique practices for sterile product preparation.
• Handles investigational drug orders and documentation.
• Exchanges emergency carts and completes required documentation.
• Maintains knowledge of controlled substance laws and regulations.
• Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work areas.
• Participates in departmental committees and educational activities.
• Provides leadership and support during short staffing situations.
• Assists in policy and procedure review and revision.
• Performs medication admission histories, discharge counseling, IV to PO reports, and creatinine clearance monitoring under pharmacist supervision.

Behavioral and Leadership Responsibilities

• Interacts professionally with healthcare professionals and RUMC employees.
• Coaches and trains other technicians and pharmacy students.
• Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and teamwork.
• Exhibits passion for Rush's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Participates in evening medication reconciliation during the P3 year.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Holds a current Pharmacy Technician Student license for the state of IL.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to provide high-quality care.
• Proficiency in operating pharmacy technology.
• Consistent outstanding attendance record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Attitude to learn and grow professionally.
• Superior time management skills.

Work Environment

May be exposed to hazardous materials, including chemotherapeutic agents. Requires lifting up to 30 pounds, continuous standing, and frequent walking. Shifts vary from daytime to evening, including weekends. Evening medication reconciliation shifts are expected at least once weekly during the P3 year. Availability to pick up shifts during holidays and summer breaks is required.

Location and Schedule

Location: Oak Park, Illinois
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)
Shift: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM (8-hour shifts)

Pay Range

$10.00 - $375.00 per hour