Pharmacy Intern - Inpatient

Cleveland Clinic • Grosse Pointe, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Intern at Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital gains hands-on experience supporting inpatient pharmacy operations and developing clinical pharmacy skills. During the first summer, the role focuses on operational workflows, including delivering medications to patient care areas, refilling Pyxis machines, processing nursing requests, and receiving medications. During the second summer, responsibilities expand to chart reviews, drug information support, and project work, offering opportunities to build clinical knowledge and contribute to pharmacy initiatives.

The position primarily works day shifts, Monday through Friday, with periodic weekend coverage as needed. The role requires following Standard Precautions and using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Requirements

• Enrollment in an accredited College of Pharmacy Program meeting education requirements to qualify for an Intern License in the State of Ohio, or international pharmacy experience meeting the requirements to qualify for the Foreign Graduate Pharmacy Intern License.
• Current State Board of Pharmacy Intern License (PH/INT) before hire.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess medication orders to identify, prevent, and resolve potential and actual drug-related issues.
• Recommend formulary alternatives when appropriate.
• Compound and prepare medications for delivery to patient care areas.
• Provide drug information and education to medical staff and patients.
• Communicate with physicians and other clinicians as necessary to facilitate care.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas, refill Pyxis machines, process nursing requests, and receive medications.
• Perform chart reviews, provide drug information support, and contribute to project work.

What This Job Offers

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