Pharmacy Intern - PRN - Evening

At Houston Methodist the Pharmacy Intern isresponsible for performing functions as a pharmacy technician andparticipates in a variety of routine pharmacy services such asmedication acquisition and distribution including but not limitedto : triaging phone calls repackaging medications labelingmedications charging / crediting medications compounding medicationsand inventorying medications.

The Pharmacy Intern may perform anyduty of a pharmacist provided the duties are delegated by and underthe supervision of a Pharmacist licensed by the Texas State Boardof Pharmacy as a preceptor.

ThePharmacy Intern program is designed as a threeyear longitudinalexperience while the student progresses in an ACPEaccredited Doctorof Pharmacy (PharmD) program.

Student pharmacists enrolled in anACPEaccredited PharmD program are eligible for entry into theprogram when they have completed the first semester of their firstyear (P1).

PEOPLEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotesa positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic teamfocused work unit that actively helps one another to achieveoptimal department results.

Collaborates with other health careprofessionals as needed for problem resolution and / or achievementof identified patient specificgoals.

Proactivelysupports and assists with training new employees and all otherpharmacy learners (e.g. residents interns students andvolunteers).

SERVICEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assistswith optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy operationsand to support the workflow needs of the pharmacydepartment.
• Contributes indepartmental efforts to resolve drug related problems andmaximizing patientcare.
• Presents or assistswith inservices for pharmacy staff as directed by PharmacyManagement. Participates in workgroups committees and continuingeducation activities for technicalstaff.

QUALITY / SAFETYESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performsefficient and safe medication acquisition and distributionfunctions such as but not limited to : telephone triagingrepackaging of medications labeling medications charging / creditingof medications compounding medications and inventorying ofmedications.
• Providessupport to the workflow and reports any problems to the appropriateparties. Accurately documents and completes paperwork for theassignedrole / function.

FINANCEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Usesresources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Recommendssolutions in achieving departmentalobjectives.
• Selfmotivatedto independently manage time effectively and prioritize dailytasks.

GROWTH / INNOVATIONESSENTIALFUNCTIONS

• Suggests / Promotes / Participatesin improvements to workflow in coordination with the PharmacyManager / Pharmacy Intern ProgramCoordinator.
• Seeksopportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies witha focus on continual development as a PharmacyIntern.

This job description is notintended to be allinclusive; the employee will also perform otherreasonably related business / job duties as assigned.

HoustonMethodist reserves the right to revise job duties andresponsibilities as the needarises.

EDUCATION

Mustbe enrolled in an ACPEaccredited PharmD program and have completedthe first semester of their first year(P1)

WORKEXPERIENCE

None

LICENSESAND CERTIFICATIONSREQUIRED

• LPHT LicensedPharmacy Tech State Registration Texas Pharmacy TechnicianRegistration OR
• RPI RegPharmacy Intern State Licensure Pharmacy Intern Licensure

KNOWLEDGE SKILLSAND ABILITIES

• Demonstratesthe skills and competencies necessary to safely perform theassigned job determined through ongoing skills competencyassessments and performanceevaluations
• Sufficientproficiency in speaking reading and writing the English languagenecessary to perform the essential functions of this job especiallywith regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety orsecurity
• Ability toeffectively communicate with patients physicians family members andcoworkers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus andapplication of positive languageprinciples
• Proficient inperforming accurate calculations required for usual dosagedeterminations
• Proficientcomputer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to includehospital / pharmacy related software drug preparation pumps / devicespackaging and labeling machines automated drug dispensing equipmentprescription balances and portable data processingunits
• Exhibits stronginterpersonal teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of thehealthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer serviceto all patients visitors physicians andcoworkers

SUPPLEMENTALREQUIREMENTS

WORKATTIRE

• UniformNo
• Scrubs Yes
• Businessprofessional Yes
• Other (department approved)No

ONCALL*

• Notethat employees may be required to be oncall during emergencies (ie.DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selectionbelow.
• On Call*No

TRAVEL

Travelspecifications may vary bydepartment

• May requiretravel within the Houston Metropolitan areaNo
• May require travel outside HoustonMetropolitan areaNo

CompanyProfile :

Houston MethodistHospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1hospital in Texas (twoway tie) and one of Americas Best Hospitals.

As a fullservice acutecare hospital located in the Texas MedicalCenter and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist it hasevolved into one of the nations largest nonprofit teachinghospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with acomprehensive residency program.

Two of Houston Methodists primaryacademic affiliates are among the nations leading health careorganizations : Weill Cornell Medicine and New YorkPresbyterianHospital.

Houston Methodist also has affiliations with TexasA&M University and the University of Houston. With 948operating beds 85 operating rooms and more than 8400 employeesHouston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousandsof patients from around the world.

HoustonMethodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of womenminorities disabled persons andveterans.

Equal EmploymentOpportunity

Houston Methodist isan Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employmentopportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodistis firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage indiscrimination against or harassment of any person employed orseeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of racecolor religion sex sexual orientation gender identity nationalorigin age disability status as a protected veteran or othercharacteristics protected by law.

VEVRAA Federal Contractorpriority referral Protected Veteransrequested.