Pharmacy Intern, Outpatient and Inpatient Pharmacy, PRN

About the role

Performs in a training pharmacist role and provides technician support under the direct and continuous supervision of a pharmacist. Reports to Clinical Pharmacy Manager.

Requirements

• Supervisory responsibilities: No
• Minimum education: High School/GED
• Required license/certification: None required
• Minimum work experience: Must be currently enrolled in a local ACPE Accredited College of Pharmacy; previous pharmacy technician experience preferred

Skills

• General computer skills
• Strong math skills

Responsibilities

• All duties performed under the direct supervision of a pharmacist who is beyond his or her probationary period
• Trains to supervise pharmacy technicians
• Gains proficiency in math calculations
• Prepares accurate labels utilizing the proper labeling format; any remaining labels are destroyed upon completion of packaging medications
• Assesses and processes physician medication orders: age appropriate criteria (i.e. dose), appropriate route, duplication, allergies, interactions, computer usage, prioritizes stat or now orders
• Maintains accurate records of: computerized patient profiles, controlled substances, IV Compounder, electronic cabinet, pharmacy computer, unit dose log, other as indicated
• Ensures equipment operation and maintenance of: IV Hoods, IV Computer, Electronic cabinet (Omnicell), electronic Scale, printers and Computers
• Maintains medication stock, including: IV fluids, solid and liquid dosage forms, electronic cabinet or floor stock, orders medications/supplies appropriately, stores medications/supplies appropriately, nursing unit inspections, crash carts and boxes, outdated medications
• Clinical Pharmacy Assessment (lab data, electrolytes, kinetics, etc.)
• Performs and supervises all general and chemo technician competencies and duties
• Prepares/selects age appropriate medication for compounding, filling, and dispensing
• Fills patient medication envelopes with the correct medication from computer labels; medications are delivered to the proper nursing units, ancillary departments, and pharmacy satellites
• Takes appropriate steps (such as double checking and checking against a copy of the physician’s order) to prevent dispensing errors
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
• Interacts with all of the above in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner as observed by coordinator and peers
• Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times
• Continuously displays a "can do" attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place at the hospital
• Resolves questions with the Pharmacist, Nursing service, and/or Physician
• Answers the phone promptly and appropriately
• Promotes and maintains professional relationships with other departments
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives
• Fosters mature professional relationships with fellow employees in a courteous, friendly manner as measured by management observation and peer input
• Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested
• Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably

Physical requirements

• Light lifting, pushing and pulling required for 10-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs
• Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending and reaching required
• Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position