Pharmacy Intern

Responsibilities

• Completion of a comprehensive training roadmap focusing on Key Learning Experiences (KLEs) that build aptitude in areas such as:
  • Following company SOPs at each workstation to help Pharmacists and Technicians manage and improve patient health.
  • Following pharmacy workflow procedures at each pharmacy workstation for safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
  • Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care.
  • Taking telephonic prescriptions from the prescriber and clarifying prescriptions or facilitating medication changes.
  • Maintaining the highest level of self-awareness and providing in-the-moment coaching and mentoring.
  • Completing basic inventory activities as permitted by law.
  • Supporting immunizations by obtaining Technician Immunizer status and preparing and administering vaccines.
  • Monitoring for and responding to adverse reactions and reporting them.
  • Collecting and documenting patient information.
• Increasing responsibility in safety and effectiveness of operations, including:
  • Ensuring the safety and effectiveness of operations in the pharmacy.
  • Assisting the pharmacy team to ensure smooth operation of pharmacy functions.
  • Providing care that exceeds patient expectations.
  • Operating as part of the pharmacy team through consistent application of SOPs, best practices, and effective communication.
  • Contributing to a high-performing team, embracing a growth mindset, and being receptive to feedback.
  • Remaining flexible for both scheduling and business needs.
  • Supporting additional patient health care services, such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and offsite clinics.

Requirements

• Accepted into, or actively enrolled in, an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.
• Possess, or be in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure as required.
• Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time.
• Ability to pivot quickly from one task to another to meet patient and business needs.
• Attention to detail and ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to use math to solve problems, such as determining the total number of tablets to dispense.
• Ability to identify and resolve challenging patient or colleague interactions.
• Ability to lift and move items as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting.
• Ability to become immunization certified once state regulations are met.
• Ability to work in home store and across the market in other locations to meet business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).