Pharmacy Intern, Outpatient and Inpatient Pharmacy, PRN

East Tennessee Children's Hospital•Knoxville, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs in a training pharmacist role and provides technician support under the direct and continuous supervision of a pharmacist. This role involves training to supervise pharmacy technicians, gaining proficiency in math calculations, preparing accurate labels, assessing and processing physician medication orders, and maintaining accurate records. The intern will also ensure equipment operation and maintenance, manage medication stock, and perform clinical pharmacy assessments. Additionally, the intern will prepare and dispense medications, ensuring accuracy and patient safety, while demonstrating respect and maintaining confidentiality. A positive attitude, professional relationships, and effective teamwork are essential. This position is PRN (as needed) and located in Outpatient and Inpatient Pharmacy.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a local ACPE Accredited College of Pharmacy.
General computer skills.
Strong math skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Trains to supervise pharmacy technicians.
Gains proficiency in math calculations.
Prepares accurate labels utilizing the proper labeling format.
Assesses and processes physician medication orders, including checking for age-appropriate criteria, appropriate route, duplication, allergies, and interactions.
Prioritizes stat or now orders.
Maintains accurate records of computerized patient profiles, controlled substances, IV Compounder, Electronic cabinet, Pharmacy computer, Unit dose log, and others as indicated.
Ensures equipment operation and maintenance of IV Hoods, IV Computer, Electronic cabinet (omnicell), electronic Scale, printers, and Computers.
Maintains medication stock, including IV fluids, solid and liquid dosage forms, and electronic cabinet or floor stock.
Orders medications/supplies appropriately.
Stores medications/supplies appropriately.
Conducts nursing unit inspections.
Manages crash carts and boxes.
Removes outdated medications.
Performs clinical pharmacy assessments (lab data, electrolytes, kinetics, etc.).
Performs and supervises all general and chemo technician competencies and duties.
Prepares/selects age-appropriate medication for compounding, filling, and dispensing.
Fills patient medication envelopes with the correct medication from computer labels.
Delivers medications to the proper nursing units, ancillary departments, and pharmacy satellites.
Takes appropriate steps to prevent dispensing errors, such as double checking and checking against a copy of the physician’s order.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees.
Interacts with all individuals in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner.
Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times.
Displays a "can do" attitude within the department and across departmental lines.
Resolves questions with the Pharmacist, Nursing service, and/or Physician.
Answers the phone promptly and appropriately.
Promotes and maintains professional relationships with other departments.
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team.
Fosters mature professional relationships with fellow employees.
Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested.
Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.