Pharmacy Intern

Mass General Brigham•Newton, WA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Intern YR2 supports the Pharmacy Department by helping ensure patients receive the correct medications safely and on time under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. The intern develops an understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in duties related to delivering medications to patient care areas. The role uses pharmacy-related computer software and provides experience with interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and supplies. The intern may also disseminate drug information and works collaboratively with the treatment team to maximize patient outcomes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be pursuing a Pharmacist degree.
Massachusetts Pharmacist Intern license.
Ability to learn computer and application skills relevant to the role.
Ability to interact with and work around people.
Ability to make judgments in demanding situations.
Ability to respond to frequent changes in duties and workload.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to listen empathetically.
Ability to logically organize details.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Help ensure the right patient receives the right medication safely and in a timely manner under a Pharmacist’s direct supervision.
Develop knowledge of the drug distribution system and perform duties associated with delivering medications to patient care areas.
Use related computer software and gain experience in interpreting, verifying, entering orders for, compounding, and dispensing pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies.
Disseminate drug information as needed.
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 by reviewing profiles, interpreting laboratory values, and checking regimens against 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.
Fill and deliver medications requested by nursing units and, as needed, for automatic dispensing cabinets after a Pharmacist has completed a check.
Follow HIPAA regulations concerning confidentiality and patient privacy.
Conduct medication-history interviews, first-dose teaching, food-drug interaction counseling, discharge counseling, and assessments of patient education and adherence.