Pharmacy Intern; 1st Year - Retail

Job Overview

Provide clinical care to patients of the pharmacy. Assist the pharmacy manager in the operation and management of the pharmacy. Provide indirect supervision for support staff and ensure adherence to all policies and procedures.

Job Expectations :

Receive prescriptions from patients and gather appropriate information per department policy.

Assist in the preparation and dispensing of medications and supplies as assigned, including counting, pouring, and labeling prescriptions

Verify insurance and resolve issues in a manner that will serve the customer's needs. Address third party prescription questions, which may include prior authorizations, vacation supplies, dose changes, price check and drug utilization review.

Process new and refill prescriptions in the computer system quickly and accurately; including entering refill authorization requests and entering and calculating complex prescriptions such as compounds and injectables.

Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the computer system. Utilize the reporting system as necessary. Process manual prescriptions including EZ-DME, breast pumps and Worker's Compensation, in an efficient and accurate manner.

Respond to internal and external customer questions and concerns in a professional and customer-focused manner.

Handle cash register transactions quickly and accurately.

Duties may include scheduling, maintaining pharmacy software and automation systems, bookkeeping activities, on-site training of staff and acting as a primary resource for problem solving.

Perform under the direction of the Pharmacist to assist with identifying and resolving patient specific medication related issues in the patient's best interest.

Provide training to new and current staff on areas of expertise including computer / software, insurance plans and problems that may occur, customer service, and other processes.

Under the direction of the pharmacist, prepare drug therapy for patients in an accurate and timely fashion in accordance with all legal requirements, regulatory agencies, and Fairview Policy.

Deliver medications, supplies and equipment to patient care areas and other clinical areas as appropriate.

Maintain proficiency in the skills and theory of the practice of pharmacy by reviewing literature, attending in-services, seminars, and conferences.

Perform administrative duties as assigned by the manager.

Organization Expectations, as applicable :

Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served

Partners with patient care giver in care / decision making.

Communicates in a respective manner.

Ensures a safe, secure environment.

Individualizes plan of care to meet patient needs.

Modifies clinical interventions based on population served.

Provides patient education based on as assessment of learning needs of patient / care giver.

Fulfills all organizational requirements

Completes all required learning relevant to the role

Complies with and maintains knowledge of all relevant laws, regulation, policies, procedures, and standards.

Fosters a culture of improvement, efficiency, and innovative thinking.

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Education :

• Enrolled as a Student at an ACPE accredited school of Pharmacy beginning Fall.

Preferred :

Required License / Certification / Registration :

Benefit Overview

Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO / Vet / Disabled : All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status