Pharmacy Intern PRN

Job Summary:

The Pharmacy Intern is an individual currently enrolled in a pharmacy school and holds an Intern's License through the school. The intern performs selective pharmacy support functions under the supervision of the Pharmacy Director, Assistant Director, Licensed Pharmacist, and/or a Lead Pharmacy Technician. The intern will perform pharmacy work that does not require the professional licensure of a Pharmacist and may be assigned special projects designed to offer additional pharmacy experience.

• Utilizes appropriate resources to complete assignments within allocated time periods.
• Adapts to changes in volume and acuity demands, remaining calm in crisis situations.
• Adheres to Attendance and Tardiness Policy.
• Supports responsible staffing decisions (cancels, places staff on hold/on-call, calls in hold/on-call staff appropriately).
• Demonstrates efforts to eliminate waste.
• Reports to work on time and is ready to start work.
• Consistently utilizes Kronos system to document hours of work.
• Demonstrates problem-solving ability using appropriate resources.
• Serves as a resource as needed in an effective manner to units and other departments.
• Is supportive of administrative decisions.
• Demonstrates teamwork and cooperation, works well with others.
• Is flexible in meeting staffing and scheduling requirements of the department.
• Has working knowledge of the operation of the department or seeks guidance from appropriate personnel.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel and correctly completes work orders.
• Assures a safe and clean environment, keeping hallways clutter-free and rooms neat.
• Utilizes standard precautions by wearing protective equipment (goggles, gowns, gloves) and using correct hand-washing techniques.
• Consistently strives to improve performance.
• Makes suggestions for improvement.
• Is receptive to new ideas.
• Is cognizant of age-specific, cultural and physical needs of customers in providing service.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient and other information.
• Gives accurate and concise reports.
• Keeps the Department Director informed of reportable situations and department needs.
• Interacts with patients, doctors and visitors with grace and tact.
• Gains patient/family confidence.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings or reads minutes.
• Participates in unit/department orientation and preceptorships.
• Accepts responsibility for assessment of self-learning needs and identifies resources to accomplish continued personal and professional development.
• Actively participates in hospital and department committees as assigned.
• Attends all mandatory in-services annually.
• Makes independent decisions.
• Requires minimum supervision.
• Displays professional pride.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to HCA's Code of Conduct.
• Conduct reflects HCA's values and a commitment to the Code of Conduct.
• Fills unit dose drug orders and prescriptions under supervision of the pharmacist.
• Prepares unit dose drug orders to include packaging and labeling of medication under the pharmacist's direction.
• Cleans various areas of the department as required.
• Fills patient medication bins, floor stock exchange carts, automated dispensing machines (by Certified Pharmacy Tech Only) and anesthesia boxes, etc. under supervision of the pharmacist.
• Assists in maintaining inventory control in the pharmacy.
• Assists in the identification and return of outdated medications.
• Delivers medications, exchange carts, and supplies to the various nursing units on a routine basis.
• Answers telephone and work-area windows, assisting physicians, nursing personnel, and others by directing their questions or requests to the appropriate pharmacist.
• Works in the IV admixture area - prepares IVs, TPN solutions, intensive-care nursery/peds and chemotherapy under direct supervision of the pharmacist.
• Enter pharmacy charges via a computer.
• Performs tasks as specifically outlined on duty sheet roster for the specific shift.
• Orders drugs and supplies and restocks drug and supply orders.

• Education:
  
  Currently enrolled in a pharmacy school.
• Certification:
  Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
• License:
  Licensed Pharmacy Intern in the…