Inpatient Pharmacist Intern

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Pharmacist Intern, with an emphasis on learning, works under the supervision and direction of a Pharmacist to provide pharmaceutical care to patients by assisting in the compounding and dispensing of medications and other pharmaceuticals in accordance with federal, state and local regulations and hospital policy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, performs designated technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of medications, including sterile admixtures and prepackaged or unit-dose drugs.

Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, compounds or admixes ingredients appropriately, including IV admixtures, small and large volume solutions, syringes and irrigation solutions in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Determines the appropriate formula for drug to be compounded, weighing and measuring needed amounts with 100% accuracy.

Prepares parenteral nutrition solutions and labels them appropriately.

Enters medication orders from doctors' order sheets / prescriptions and fill according to label, ensuring that the correct product is dispensed and that the dosage form and charge quantity are in accordance with formulary; enters correct billing data.

Performs delivery and stocking duties to ensure proper drug distribution.

Delivers medication appropriately to patients, and delivers delivery carts to floors daily.

Packages medication in proper amount and containers, labeling the drug and log book appropriately.

Assists in maintaining pharmacy drug stock by regularly checking for products that are outdated and / or low in inventory level; communicates immediately with the pharmacist when inventory levels are low, and assists with drug purchasing and inventory control in an appropriate manner as needed.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

General understanding of Pharmacy Care modalities, terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, terminology, drug use and aseptic techniques, standards, and equipment.

Knowledge of procedures and standards for the labeling and dispensing of prescription medications.

Must be able to read, write and follow instructions and flow chart protocols.

Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.

Ability to follow established safety, infection control, environmental and isolation practices and procedures at all times.

Interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with patients and staff.

Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements.

Must have completed 30 credit hours of work towards a professional degree in pharmacy.

Basic computer skills, including but not limited to : typing, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level

QUALIFICATIONS

 Pharmacist (RPH), Pharmacy Intern (RPH-INT) : Pharmacist Intern or Pharmacist license issued by Texas State Board of Pharmacy

Must be currently pursing a Bachelors degree with a major in Pharmacy.