Pharmacy Intern

Yoke's Fresh Market (Yoke's Fresh Markets)•Missoula, MT

27d•$19 - $21

About The Position

The Pharmacy Intern provides a pleasant and efficient pharmacy experience by engaging guests and delivering professional service and hospitality. The intern performs pharmacy duties under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist designated by the Site Preceptor, while following applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and safety standards. The role has no formal supervisory responsibilities, though all associates are encouraged to demonstrate leadership.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy and have completed the first year of Pharmacy School, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold a State Pharmacy License.
Must have a valid driver’s license or state identification card.
Ability to synthesize complex information, research data, and use judgment and experience to complement data.
Ability to generate creative solutions and demonstrate attention to detail.
Ability to identify and resolve problems, analyze information, develop alternatives, and participate in group problem solving.
Willingness to continuously build knowledge and skills and share expertise with colleagues.
Ability to make timely decisions, exercise sound judgment, explain decision-making, and involve appropriate people.
Ability to read and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; respond to guest inquiries or complaints; and communicate effectively and pleasantly with guests, vendors, and coworkers.
Ability to perform advanced mathematical and scientific concepts as business or practice demands.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and interpret technical instructions involving abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including prolonged standing, movement, handling and reaching, varied postures, and regularly lifting or moving up to 20 pounds.
Ability to use required job equipment, including needles, gloves, scales, and a register.
Must follow safety standards, report accidents within 24 hours, and avoid unsafe behavior that could threaten health or safety.

Responsibilities

Report for assigned shifts on time and regularly, communicate clearly, and safely perform assigned duties.
Promote sales through guest discussions, over-the-counter product recommendations, and information about promotions and pharmacy services.
Greet guests and explain pharmacy services and features; provide information and consultation on medication management, drug utilization reviews, interactions, side effects, dosage, and storage.
Review and fill prescriptions accurately and promptly under a licensed pharmacist’s supervision.
Determine formulas and ingredients needed for prescriptions.
Transfer refill information to other pharmacies, including controlled substance prescriptions.
Enter patient, medication, and cost information to maintain pharmacy files, charge systems, and inventory.
Follow quality assurance, controlled-substance security, and hazardous drug disposal procedures.
Receive and document prescriptions by phone.
Maintain pharmacy sanitation and housekeeping.
Communicate guest requests and complete instructions for special orders.
Follow local, state, federal, and company rules and policies for workplace safety, sanitation, housekeeping, and guest service.
Participate in the Pharmacy Department accident-reduction plan, including monitoring for hazards, using safe lifting techniques, and understanding machinery safety features, evacuation plans, and robbery policies.
Contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, uphold company values and mission, support company growth, and participate with care in the success of the employee-owned company.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), company-paid; allocations begin at age 21 and vest according to years of credited service
Daily Pay option
401(k) with company matching up to 4%, if elected
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; employer pays the majority of premiums
Health Savings Account, depending on selected plan
Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day; time and a half for worked holidays
Three days of bereavement pay
Three days of jury pay
Paid Family & Medical Leave with company-paid premium
Paid Sick & Safe Leave, earned at one hour for every 40 hours worked