Pharmacist, Intern - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hours Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

University of Southern California•Los Angeles, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Intern shall prepare, dispense and distribute medication and provide clinical monitoring and drug information to ensure optimal patient care. This role involves working under direct supervision of the pharmacist at all times, with responsibilities including drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital. The intern will gain competency in performing all aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems, assist in ensuring medications are appropriately barcoded, and maintain accurate controlled substances inventory utilizing the CII Pyxis system. Accurate and efficient preparation and dispensing of medications with pharmacist verification is essential. The role also requires certification in chemotherapy preparation practices with competency in utilizing a closed system transfer device, generating revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing), and daily documentation of all pharmacy log sheets. Competency in repackaging/unit-dosing medications using the MILT4 program and aseptic technique is also required. The intern will appropriately use technology (computer, telecommunications, Cerner system, Power Chart, Pyxis) to triage workflow for efficient medication delivery, including checking medication history, printing labels, and checking drip rates. Maintaining pharmacy inventory by checking stock, assisting in restocking and rotating medications and supplies, and assisting health care providers with phone calls in a timely manner are also key duties. Under supervision, the intern will participate in hospital/pharmacy department-based educational programs, assist in providing patient counseling, and participate in various clinical assignments to aid in providing quality patient care. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Student enrolled in a full-time accredited pharmacy school program.
Minimum knowledge of drug trade and generic names and pharmacy calculations.
Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
Organization/time management skills.
Intern Pharmacist (CA BOP).
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) - If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Responsibilities

Prepare, dispense, and distribute medication.
Provide clinical monitoring and drug information.
Work under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist at all times.
Perform drug distribution and intravenous admixture.
Operate Pyxis automated dispensing systems.
Ensure medications are appropriately barcoded.
Maintain accurate controlled substances inventory utilizing the CII Pyxis system.
Accurately and efficiently prepare and dispense medications with pharmacist verification.
Obtain certification in chemotherapy preparation practices and utilize closed system transfer devices.
Generate revenues by calculating, recording, and issuing charges (OR billing).
Document all pharmacy log sheets daily.
Repackage/unit-dose medications using the MILT4 program.
Utilize aseptic technique.
Use technology (computer, telecommunications, Cerner system, Power Chart, Pyxis) to triage workflow for efficient medication delivery.
Check medication history, print labels, and check drip rates.
Maintain pharmacy inventory by checking stock, restocking, and rotating medications and supplies.
Assist health care providers with phone calls, answering questions and requests, and triaging calls.
Participate in hospital/pharmacy department-based educational programs.
Assist in providing patient counseling.
Participate in various clinical assignments to aid in providing quality patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned.