Pharmacy Intern II
About The Position
Under general supervision of a pharmacist, performs duties of a pharmacy technician such as: filling medication orders, delivering medications, compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations, interviewing patients to obtain medication histories, etc. Provides pharmacy services to the patient care areas and customers by performing clerical duties in the pharmacy to ensure efficient operations and performs duties related to medication ordering, receipt, stocking, and inventory control. Receives and interprets prescriptions for outpatients and enters them into the pharmacy computer system. May learn to check medications prior to dispensing under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, may contact and confer with physicians concerning the appropriate drug, dose, dosing interval, drug allergy, drug-drug interaction, etc., as it relates to documentation of a home medication list as part of a medication history. May provide medication information to other healthcare providers. Assists patients, customers, and other caregivers as needed to obtain prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Current enrollment in an accredited College of Pharmacy in the 2nd year of the program or equivalent sessions if enrolled in an accelerated program
- Proficient computer skills
- Works well with management and pharmacy staff
- Solid communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, climb, twist, crawl and reach above shoulders
- Requires considerable walking, standing, pushing mobile cart of approximately 50 pounds and lifting 35 pounds of material
- Must have functional vision, touch and hearing
- Must be able to speak and be understood by others to communicate effectively
- Takes necessary precautions to avoid inadvertent needle sticks, minor cuts or bruises
- Exposed to various conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and changes in temperature and humidity
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job
- Flexibility to travel between pharmacy locations
- Intern registration: NC, SC, GA
- Licensure: GA (intern), IL (tech)
- Permit: AL
- Certification: SC
- Tech registration: WI
Nice To Haves
- Preferred experience as an Intern I at an Advocate Health facility for 1 year
Responsibilities
- Filling medication orders
- Delivering medications
- Compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations
- Interviewing patients to obtain medication histories
- Performing clerical duties in the pharmacy to ensure efficient operations
- Performing duties related to medication ordering, receipt, stocking, and inventory control
- Receiving and interpreting prescriptions for outpatients and entering them into the pharmacy computer system
- Checking medications prior to dispensing under the direct supervision of a pharmacist
- Contacting and conferring with physicians concerning the appropriate drug, dose, dosing interval, drug allergy, drug-drug interaction, etc., as it relates to documentation of a home medication list as part of a medication history
- Providing medication information to other healthcare providers
- Assisting patients, customers, and other caregivers as needed to obtain prescribed and over-the-counter medications
- Adhering to general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment
Benefits
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
