Inpatient Pharmacy Intern

HealthPartners•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

HealthPartners is seeking an Inpatient Pharmacy Intern to support patient care and experience. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with state and federal laws, the intern obtains and documents medication histories for patients admitted to the hospital. Histories may be obtained through interviews with patients or their families, by contacting retail pharmacies or primary clinics, and by using medication history software. The intern enters medication history information into the electronic medical record and informs the pharmacist when the history is complete. The intern may complete other assigned projects but does not perform duties legally restricted to registered pharmacists. The work schedule includes every third weekend and one evening shift every third week.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program or graduated from an accredited pharmacy program.
Registered as an intern with the Minnesota State Board of Pharmacy.
General knowledge of professional pharmacy principles and practices.
Knowledge of generic and brand-name terminology and the pharmacological and legal classifications of drugs.
Knowledge of medical terminology and medical abbreviations.
Working knowledge of common outpatient medication doses and forms.
Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English.
Interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, coworkers, and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to work with a variety of patients and situations.
Ability to prioritize work in a high-volume environment and work independently.
Ability to analyze problems, troubleshoot, and implement solutions.
Ability to use computers, automated systems, and medical record software.
Ability to use available resources to assist with pharmaceutical care.
Knowledge of laws relating to pharmacy practice.
Knowledge of hospital or retail pharmacy procedures for filling, dispensing, and billing prescriptions.
Accuracy and careful attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Pharmacy students who have completed their first or second professional year are preferred.
Ability to work a minimum of every other weekend on a rotating schedule, plus one weeknight per week.

Responsibilities

Obtain and document medication histories for hospital patients under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with applicable laws.
Gather medication history information from patients or their families, retail pharmacies, primary clinics, and medication history software.
Enter medication history information into the electronic medical record.
Communicate completion of medication histories to the pharmacist.
Complete other projects as assigned without performing duties legally reserved for registered pharmacists.