Pharmacy Intern (Per-Diem)

About the role

PCHC’s Pharmacy Department is seeking a Pharmacy Intern to work within integrated care teams providing high-quality care and service to our patients. The intern will work alongside pharmacists and other team members to accurately dispense medications and maintain inventory, equipment, and records.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality customer service to our patients by demonstrating respect, kindness, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• Support pharmacists in the preparation, organization, and dispensing of medications.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory, anticipate needed medications and supplies, and place/expedite orders as appropriate.
• Perform pharmacy cashier functions, collecting and reconciling payment for prescriptions and pharmacy merchandise.
• Absorb and support patients to ensure they feel heard, respected, and involved in their care.
• Collaborate with pharmacy and practice teams to improve the patient experience and clinic processes.

Requirements

• Registered as a Pharmacy Intern in the state of Maine.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and/or an appropriate length of driving experience for insurance purposes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Skills

• Spectacular customer service.
• The ability to multi-task.
• The ability to maintain a safe and clean environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous benefits.
• Comprehensive, patient-centered care with integrated services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Laboratory Services, Physical Therapy, and more!

Pay

• Per-Diem, Flexible Schedule Depending on Operational Needs + Your Availability (Pharmacy Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm/Saturday 9am-5pm. While this position may be asked to cover pharmacy sites across PCHC, the home base/primary location for this position will be Penobscot Community Health Center on Union Street in Bangor. Mileage is reimbursable per PCHC's Business Travel & Expense Reimbursement Policy).

Schedule

• Per-Diem, Flexible Schedule Depending on Operational Needs + Your Availability (Pharmacy Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm/Saturday 9am-5pm. While this position may be asked to cover pharmacy sites across PCHC, the home base/primary location for this position will be Penobscot Community Health Center on Union Street in Bangor. Mileage is reimbursable per PCHC's Business Travel & Expense Reimbursement Policy).

Highlights of the position

• Provides high quality customer service to our patients by demonstrating respect, kindness, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• Supports pharmacists in the preparation, organization, and dispensing of medications.
• Maintains pharmacy inventory, anticipates needed medications and supplies, and places/expedites orders as appropriate.
• Performs pharmacy cashier functions, collects and reconciles payment for prescriptions and pharmacy merchandise.
• Absorbs and supports patients to ensure they feel heard, respected, and involved in their care.
• Collaborates with pharmacy and practice teams to improve the patient experience and clinic processes.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Registered as a Pharmacy Intern in the state of Maine required.
• Having a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and/or an appropriate length of driving experience for insurance purposes is required.