Inpatient Pharmacy Intern

Mass General Brigham•Cambridge, MA

1d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Intern YR1 supports the mission of the Pharmacy department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. This role involves developing a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrating competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas. The intern will use related computer software and gain experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies. Additionally, the Pharmacy Intern may be involved in disseminating drug information. The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care and drive groundbreaking medical discoveries.

Requirements

High School diploma required
Pharmacy Intern [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to the role.
Ability to interact with and work around people.
Ability to make judgments in demanding situations.
Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to listen empathetically.
Ability to logically organize details.

Nice To Haves

Pharmacy Experience 0-1 year preferred

Responsibilities

Participate in interdisciplinary rounds.
Work collaboratively with the treatment team to maximize individual patient outcomes.
Counsel patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and devices.
Monitor medication therapies through performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring drug regimens are consistent with medication use guidelines and protocols.
Assist the Pharmacist in gathering information to advise nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications.
Fills and delivers medications requested by nursing units and, as needed, for the Pyxis automated dispensing machine, after a complete check by a registered pharmacist.
Performs good customer service skills via telephone or in person at the Pharmacy window and while rounding on patient care areas.
Adheres to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality and patient privacy.