Pharmacy Intern
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JOB TITLE: Pharmacy Intern DEPARTMENT: PHARMACY EXEMPT FROM OVERTIME: No JOB SUMMARY Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Pharmacist and according to law, policy, and standard procedures dispenses and delivers medications and pharmaceutical supplies. Compounds sterile and non-sterile products as required. Fills orders, picks and delivers restocks for automated dispensing machines (ADMs); provides basic trouble shooting of ADMs; pre-packs both hazardous and non-hazardous medications; enters charges and credits into computer, makes rounds to deliver and return medications and IVs. As the Pharmacy Intern progresses through their college education, they will be provided the opportunity to participate in clinical monitoring and initiatives, under the supervision of a pharmacist. Example activities include renal dosage adjustment, pharmacokinetic dosing, IV to oral conversion, medication reconciliation, and attending patient rounds. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: • Bachelor's Degree (Required) Experience/Physical Requirements: Heavy Work: Lift 25 pounds manually frequently, >25 pounds lift with assistance and push 150 pounds on wheels.On-the-job training will be provided. Licensure/Certification: • Pharmacist Intern (Required) Mission: To enhance the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time. Vision: Our exceptional team will provide an extraordinary patient experience, compassionate care and clinical excellence. Values: Integrity Commitment Accountability Respect Excellence JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES ExpertiseActively learns and demonstrates expertise in the pharmacy intern role by staying abreast of departmental practices and policies, but consistently performing within the pharmacy practice act, and by displaying a consistent understanding of all required duties and the timeline for their completion. Demonstrates technical ability in managing the various pharmacy systems including the automatic dispensing machines, the pharmacy information system, the controlled substances safes, and the medications pre-packager. Maintains IV competency. Compounds sterile IV preparations per USP 797 and 800 guidelines. Follows all policies and procedures for sterile compounding. As the Pharmacy Intern reaches their third and fourth years of their college program, in addition to the duties listed above, begins to participate in clinical monitoring, medication reconciliation and patient rounds. A pharmacist must verify any activity that a pharmacy intern performs. Participates in additional departmental projects as available. Customer ServiceActively learns and performs job duties in a manner to consistently improve the patient experience. Assists the nursing staff with coordinating medication therapy to meet individual needs. Contributes to the efficient availability of the right medication at the right time for our patients. Demonstrates organizational skills and plans ahead. Exhibits effective problem-solving skills in dealing with customer needs. Minimizes error in dose calculations, labeling, and dispensing. FlexibilityAble to respond to emergent situations in an effective manner. Uses time to departmental advantage to ensure efficiency in completion of assigned tasks. Avoids non-productive activities during work time. Demonstrates flexibility required to meet changing priorities. RespectMaintains respectful working relationships with co-workers and encourages the team approach. Treats others professionally and courteously. Engages in a teamwork approach where honesty and cooperation are an everyday occurrence. Offers positive feedback to coworkers. Work Schedule: Varies Status: PRN Location: Mon Health Medical Center Main Campus Location Of Job: Mon Health Medical Center Disclaimer: I understand that this document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The statements in the documents are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. ADA DISCLAIMER: This description does not state or imply that the duties listed above are the only duties to be performed by the positions incumbent. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related activities requested by their supervisors. All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide a reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical or mental disabilities as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, the patients, or other employees.