Retail Pharmacy Student

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

Accurately compounds IV admixtures and other assigned preparations using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures; maintains stock in assigned areas, including the IV room and Central Pharmacy, compounded items, bottles, and vials; accurately fills medication orders; and enters ADR data into the computer. The role requires completing essential duties satisfactorily, while accommodating qualified individuals with disabilities where reasonable. This description summarizes primary duties and may be amended or expanded at the employer’s discretion. The position supports patient care through pharmacy preparation, stocking, and medication-order fulfillment. It requires adapting communication and behavior to the patient population, protecting privacy, and following applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and employer compliance and privacy requirements. The role may involve potential exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste in the healthcare environment. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue, and the employee is not called upon to provide emergency care or first aid.

Requirements

Be enrolled in good standing in an accredited College of Pharmacy, or be a graduate who has successfully passed the NABP Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination.
Experience working with standard pharmacy and office equipment.
Hold a current Pharmacy Intern Permit from the State Board of Pharmacy and be permitted to practice as a pharmacy intern in the state of practice.
Have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
Have effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to individuals at varying levels throughout the patient care process.
Have strong interpersonal skills.
Be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Meet the physical demands of Medium Work: exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

Prepare IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures.
Maintain stock in assigned areas, including the IV room, Central Pharmacy, compounded items, bottles, and vials.
Accurately fill medication orders.
Accurately enter ADR data into the computer.
Demonstrate professional growth.
Complete assignments and projects.
Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, and requesting permissions.
Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required.