Pharmacist, Intern - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hours Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Intern prepares, dispenses, and distributes medications and provides clinical monitoring and drug information to support optimal patient care. The role includes drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital, medication preparation and dispensing with pharmacist verification, and participation in clinical assignments and patient counseling under pharmacist supervision. The intern uses pharmacy technology and automated dispensing systems to support efficient medication delivery, maintains inventory and controlled-substance records, documents pharmacy activities, and assists health care providers. The position is at Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital providing specialized care for complex medical and surgical conditions, with affiliated clinical trials and research. This is a per-diem position with an 8-hour rotating shift. The hourly rate range is $26.00–$41.28.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in a full-time accredited pharmacy school program.
- Have minimum knowledge of drug trade and generic names and pharmacy calculations.
- Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
- Have organization and time-management skills.
- Hold Intern Pharmacist registration with the California Board of Pharmacy (CA BOP).
- Complete Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) if working within LA City; if the card is not held upon hire, obtain it within 30 days and maintain it through renewal before expiration.
Responsibilities
- Work under a pharmacist’s direct supervision at all times, including handling drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital.
- Perform all aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems and assist in ensuring medications are appropriately barcoded.
- Maintain accurate controlled-substance inventory using the CII Pyxis system.
- Prepare and dispense medications accurately and efficiently for pharmacist verification.
- Prepare chemotherapy using certified practices and a closed system transfer device.
- Calculate, record, and issue charges, including OR billing.
- Complete daily documentation of pharmacy log sheets.
- Repackage and unit-dose medications using the MILT4 program.
- Use aseptic technique.
- Use computers, telecommunications, Cerner, PowerChart, and Pyxis to triage workflow, check medication history, print labels, and check drip rates.
- Check pharmacy stock and assist with restocking and rotating medications and supplies.
- Respond promptly to health care providers’ calls, answering questions and requests or directing calls to appropriate personnel.
- Participate in hospital- and pharmacy department-based educational programs under pharmacist supervision.
- Assist with patient counseling under pharmacist supervision.
- Participate in clinical assignments under pharmacist supervision to support quality patient care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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