Pharmacy Intern; PRN

Position: Pharmacy Intern (PRN | As Needed)
Under the direct supervision of a licensed and registered pharmacist, the pharmacy intern will learn the operational and clinical skills required to become a successful pharmacist. The pharmacy intern will assist Pharmacists in all aspects of the medication distribution process, including but not limited to drug preparation and distribution, medication counseling and patient education, and triaging inventory issues.

* Assist with the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of non-sterile medications

* Ensure compliance with all pharmacy laws and regulations, including USP-795/800

* Assist in ordering, receiving, unpacking, and storing pharmaceuticals in appropriate locations

* Maintain inventory of pharmacy stock

* Maintain controlled substances records, receipts, and disposition

* Maintain Pyxis medication levels and accuracy of medication placement

* Perform monthly unit and section inspections to identify expired and soon-to-expire medications

* Prevent, detect, and resolve medication-related problems

* Assist with organizational tasks on an as-needed basis

* Assist with the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of sterile medications

* Ensure compliance with all pharmacy laws and regulations, including USP-797/800

* Maintain all required IV documentation of all compounded sterile product activities

* Assist with answering drug-related questions as related to IV therapy and management in a timely manner

* Maintain current knowledge of infusion drugs and therapies and aseptic technique, as well as infusion devices, products, and supplies

* Administer vaccinations when applicable if certified

* Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize individual patient outcomes

* Perform medication reconciliation

* Perform discharge counseling, including first-dose teaching, and drug-drug/drug-food interaction counseling

* Counsel patients on prescription and OTC medications and durable medical equipment

* Assess patient education and adherence to medications

* Develop and recommend appropriate therapeutic plans

* Identify and resolve drug-related problems and ensure proper communication to the entire healthcare team

* Assess patients' progress to achieving desired medication treatment goals

* Perform on-call pharmacy-related duties as required

* Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes

* Complete projects pertaining to:

o Compliance

o Safety

o Informatics

o Drug diversion

o Drug information

o Assist investigators and IDS pharmacists in record-keeping, training technical staff, and working in compliance of the Occupational Safety and Health Act

Additionally, the pharmacy intern will participate in ongoing performance improvement projects and will ensure patient care is maintained through compliance with the policies, rules, and regulations established by the Board of Pharmacy, and other applicable regulatory bodies.

Minimum Education

Must be enrolled as a Pharmacy Student in an accredited Doctor of

Pharmacy program.

Failure to maintain a "C" grade or better in all courses will result in

termination. Two weeks' notice will be given. Grades must be

submitted to the Director of Pharmacy Operations within 1 month

from the completion of each semester. (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

Must understand basic Pharmacy terminology

Decision Making and Judgment - Professional competence and common sense

Equipment - Basic knowledge of computer applications (i.e. MS Word, E-mail, etc.)

Required Licenses and Certifications

Pharmacist Intern Active and in good standing (Required)

Functional Accountabilities

Productivity-Performance

* 1. Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision

* 2. Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergency requests.

* 3. Ability to exercise sound professional judgment

* 4. Work knowledge:
Understands all aspects and phases of assigned work

BEHAVIOR/CONDUCT

* 1. Application:
Attention and application to work-steady, industrious worker.

* 2. Is punctual and dependable; reports to work as scheduled.

* 3. Interest in Work/Department/Hospital:
Expresses interest in work; seeks assignments.

* 4. Ability to communicate effectively [orally and in writing]

PROFESSIONALISM

* 1. Adhere to institutional and departmental policies. Comply with all requirements related to risk management, patient safety, medication safety, environmental safety and infection controls. Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations

* 2. Communication

Skills:

Reads, writes and speaks clearly, concisely and grammatically

* 3. Maintain a neat professional well-groomed. Observe department dress code

* 4. Foster a team environment and assist co-workers as needed.

PROMOTABILITY

* 1. Initiative:
Ability to originate or develop ideas; resourceful.

* 2. Acceptance of Responsibility:
Willingness to accept additional tasks; seeks new and challenging assignments.

* 3. Teach ability:
Ability to grasp new ideas and methods

* 4. Leadership:
Ability to lead and train others and get results…