Pharmacy Intern PRN

About the role

The Pharmacy Intern is an individual currently enrolled in a school of Pharmacy and holds an Intern’s License through the school. The Intern performs selective Pharmacy support functions under the supervision of the Pharmacy Director, Assistant Director, Licensed Pharmacist and/or a Lead Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Performs selective Pharmacy support functions under the supervision of the Pharmacy Director, Assistant Director, Licensed Pharmacist and/or a Lead Pharmacy Technician.
• Performs Pharmacy work which does not require the professional licensure of a Pharmacist.
• May be assigned special projects designed to offer additional Pharmacy experience and must function in strict accordance with standard, written procedures and guidelines with deviation approved by the supervising Pharmacist.
• Utilizes appropriate resources to complete assignment within allocated time period.
• Adapts to changes in volume/acuity demands.
• Remains calm in crisis situations.
• Adheres to Attendance and Tardiness Policy.
• Serves as a resource as needed in an effective manner to unit and other departments.
• Supports responsible staffing decisions (cancels, places staff on hold/on call, calls in on hold/on call staff appropriately).
• Demonstrates efforts to eliminate waste.
• Reports to work on time and is ready to start work.
• Consistently utilizes Kronos system to document hours of work.
• Demonstrates problem solving ability using appropriate resources.
• Serves as a resource as needed in an effective manner to unit and other departments.
• Is supportive of administrative decisions.
• Demonstrates teamwork and cooperation, works well with others.
• Is flexible in meeting staffing and scheduling requirements of the department.
• Has working knowledge of the operation of Department or seeks guidance from appropriate personnel.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel and correctly completes work order.
• Affirms safe and clean environment.
• Keeps hallways clutter free and rooms neat.
• Utilizes standard precautions by wearing protective equipment (goggles, gowns, gloves and uses correct handwashing techniques).
• Consistently strives to improve performance.
• Makes suggestions for improvement.
• Is receptive to new ideas.
• Is cognizant of age specific, cultural and physical needs of customer in providing service.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient/other information.
• Gives accurate and concise reports.
• Keeps the Department Director informed on reportable situations and department needs.
• Interacts with patients, doctors and visitors with grace and tact.
• Gains patient/family confidence.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings or reads minutes.
• Participates in unit/department orientation/preceptorships.
• Accepts responsibility for assessment of self-learning needs and identifies resources to accomplish continued personal and professional development.
• Actively participates in hospital and department committees as assigned.
• Attends all mandatory in-services annually.
• Makes independent decisions.
• Requires minimum supervision.
• Displays professional pride.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to HCA’s Code of Conduct.
• Fills unit dose drug orders/prescriptions under supervision of the Pharmacist.
• Packages and labels medications under the pharmacist's direction.
• Cleans various areas of the department as required.
• Fills patient medication bins, floor stock exchange carts, automated dispensing machines (by Certified Pharmacy Tech Only) and anesthesia boxes, etc. under supervision of the pharmacist.
• Assists in maintaining inventory control in the pharmacy.
• Assists in the identification and return of outdated medications.
• Delivers medications, exchange carts, and supplies to the various nursing units on a routine basis.
• Answers telephone and work area window, assisting physicians, nursing personnel, and others by directing their questions or requests to the appropriate pharmacist.
• Works in IV Admixture area - prepares IV's, TPN solutions, Intensive Care Nursery/Peds and Chemotherapy under direct supervision of the pharmacist.
• Enters pharmacy charges, via a computer.
• Orders drugs and supplies, restocks drug and supply orders.

Qualifications

• Education: Presently enrolled in Pharmacy school.
• Certification: Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified.
• Licence: Licensed Pharmacy Intern in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Experience: Six months pharmacy experience. Must be capable of accepting responsibility and following it through to its completion. Must be flexible with schedule to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals and procedures.

Benefits

Reston Hospital Center offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.

Pay

$16.54 - $22.33 / hour

Schedule

PRN (as needed)