Pharmacy Intern I

Advocate Health • West Allis, WI

5d

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Intern I performs pharmacy technician duties, including filling medication orders, delivering medications, compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations, and interviewing patients to obtain medication histories. The role provides pharmacy services to patient care areas and customers, performs clerical work to support efficient pharmacy operations, and assists with medication ordering, receipt, stocking, and inventory control. The intern also receives and interprets outpatient prescriptions and enters them into the pharmacy computer system. The position requires adherence to hospital standards and effective communication and teamwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current enrollment in the first year of an accredited College of Pharmacy program.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to work well with management and pharmacy staff.
• Solid communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Required registration, licensure, permit, or certification as applicable: intern registration in NC, SC, or GA; GA intern or IL technician licensure; AL permit; SC certification; or WI technician registration.

Responsibilities

• Fill medication orders and deliver medications.
• Compound sterile and non-sterile preparations.
• Interview patients to obtain medication histories.
• Provide pharmacy services to patient care areas and customers.
• Perform pharmacy clerical duties to support efficient operations.
• Assist with medication ordering, receipt, stocking, and inventory control.
• Receive and interpret outpatient prescriptions and enter them into the pharmacy computer system.
• Follow hospital standards and promote a cooperative work environment through communication, interpersonal relationships, and team building.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED