Pharmacy Intern

Scope of Responsibilities

Works under direct supervision of a pharmacist. Follows standard procedures to accomplish assigned tasks. May assist in orienting and training employees.

Job Summary

Gains knowledge and experience required for licensure as a registered pharmacist under direction of experienced personnel by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates. Assist the professional staff in the triaging, processing and delivery of prescriptions to the patient. Assist in the management of the Pharmacy Inventory and Third Party Receivables.

Responsibilities

• Receive training and perform duties in pharmacy department to become familiar with staff functions, operations, management viewpoints and company policy and practices that affect pharmacy business
• Observe experienced workers to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures, and standards for performance of Pharmacist duties
• Follow all State and Federal guidelines governing the practice of Pharmacy
• Follows Noble’s policy & procedures to dispense prescriptions and counsel patients
• Aid in the initial submission, and resubmission (as required) of all third-party claims
• Aid in the management of the pharmacy inventory, including transmitting, processing and receiving orders to the Warehouse and additional suppliers as needed
• Aid in the checking of pharmacy inventory for outdates and processing all returns
• Locate prescription files and other manual records from storage as needed
• Prepare and file manual records for pharmacist signatures and review
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all patient information
• Maintain and develop professional relationships with doctors and others in the health service professions
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the Pharmacy and Health Care Services fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into own practice
• Must keep current with all State and Federal requirements as related to conditions of employment

Qualifications

• Valid, limited Intern permit to practice pharmacy under the immediate personal supervision of a licensed pharmacist
• Attendance Requirements: Must be available, and on-time for scheduled work shifts
• Educational Requirements: Minimum: Successful Completion of the first year of professional course work at an approved School of Pharmacy
• Experience: Preferred previous experience as Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern