Pharmacy Intern YR3

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The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

The Pharmacy Intern YR3 supports the mission of the Pharmacy department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas. Uses related computer software, gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies.

The Pharmacy Intern may also be involved in disseminating drug information. All applicants must be pursuing a Pharmacist degree.

Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities)

• Supports the mission of the Pharmacy Department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.
• Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas.
• Uses related computer software, gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies.
• May also be involved in the dissemination of drug information.
• Work collaboratively with the treatment team to maximize individual patient outcomes.
• Counsel patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and devices.
• Monitor medication therapies through performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring drug regimens are consistent with medication use guidelines and protocols.
• Assist the Pharmacist in gathering information to advise nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications.
• Fills and delivers medications requested by nursing units and as needed for automatic dispensing cabinets after a complete check by a pharmacist.
• Adheres to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality and patient privacy.
• Performs medication history interviews, first dose teaching, food-drug interaction counseling, discharge counseling, assessment of education, and adherence.
• Create updated medication lists for patients upon discharge from hospital stay or the end of the clinic appointment
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Education
High School Diploma required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacy Intern [State License] required
Experience
Pharmacy Experience 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

- Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to the role.
- Ability to interact with and work around people.
- Ability to make judgments in demanding situations.
- Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to listen empathetically.
- Ability to logically organize details.

Onsite

75 Francis Street

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Per Diem

Rotating (United States of America)

$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly

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however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional…