Student Employee - Pharmacy Intern - Specialty Pharmacy

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Specialty Pharmacy Student Intern assists the service with patient outreach, prescription fulfillment, prior authorizations, and financial assistance for patients enrolled in the patient management program. This is an educational training position for pharmacy students.

Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the intern performs most pharmacist duties to gain practical experience with day-to-day responsibilities. The role includes practicing dispensing, prescription order processing, verbal communication, and problem-solving skills. The intern receives training in the Outpatient Pharmacy, MTM, and Meds to Beds, and may participate in projects and presentations. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Be enrolled or accepted into an ACPE-accredited college or school of pharmacy.
• Work toward obtaining a Pharmacy Intern License within six months of hire.
• Hold a Pharmacy Intern License or Pharmacy Technician License issued by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant pharmacy experience as a technician or intern, such as previous hospital experience, sterile compounding experience, or hazardous drug handling.
• Specialized certificate or certification, such as PTCB Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician or ASHP Sterile Compounding Certificate.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and EMR experience.
• Strong math skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient outreach, prescription fulfillment, prior authorizations, and financial assistance for patients enrolled in the patient management program.
• Perform most pharmacist duties under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist to gain practical experience.
• Practice dispensing, prescription order processing, verbal communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Receive training in the Outpatient Pharmacy, MTM, and Meds to Beds.
• Participate in projects and presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans are available for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contributions matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed