Pharmacy Intern

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Job Title:
Pharmacy Intern

Department:
James | Pharmacy Administration

85% Distributive Practice Activities
Under the direction of the pharmacist, in coordination with other interns and technicians, and according to applicable state and federal law, interns will:
A. Prepare and package injectable, oral, topical, ophthalmic, and rectal medication dosage forms for patient use and in research protocols according to procedures learned through on-the job training and educational
programs
B. Using proper technique, compound specialty products for patient use
C. Aseptically prepare and manufacture sterile intravenous admixtures, including small and large volume parenteral, chemotherapy, intrathecal drugs, and total parenteral nutrition solutions for patient use and in
research protocols using techniques appropriate to each situation
D. Prepare self-administered medications for patients to improve their understanding of their medication regimens
E. Generate medication labels
F. Coordinate and deliver medications and supplies to nursing units and other areas in a timely and accurate manner to ensure optimal patient care
G. Triage new medication orders, and enter orders into the pharmacy computer system for pharmacist verification and approval
H. Answer the phone and coordinate efficient operations
I. Maintain accurate and appropriate dispensing records
J. Maintain appropriate medication inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted service to all customers K. Inspect medication storage areas for expired, unusable, or unsecure medications (pursuant to JCAHO and state
board of pharmacy standards)
L. Interact with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals in a courteous and professional manner
M. Demonstrate the ability to work as a member of a team by exhibiting good interpersonal skills and remaining flexible and open- minded
5% Productivity Management
A. Maintain organized workspace to help foster efficient operations
B. Proactively seek solutions to customer problems encountered both inside and outside of the department
C. Maintain self-productivity
D. Show attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness in an effort to continually improve quality E. Present ideas to managers for process and quality improvement
F. Support team initiatives
G. Respect the authority of the staff pharmacist
H. Perform tasks efficiently and within established time standards
I. Manage time wisely and demonstrate the ability to prioritize assigned tasks
J. Use time wisely and look for activities that need to be performed
K. Be able to deal with a dynamic environment
10% Teaching/Training/Educational Activities
A. Attend department sponsored continuing education programs
B. Satisfy life-safety training and other training and education requirements

C. Meet annual competency requirements for department
D. Be committed to personal growth and development
E. Complete pharmacy technician general training and educational modules/programs
Patient Population Served
Not applicable: non-direct patient care title

Additional Information:

Location:
Doan Hall (0089)

Position Type:
Intermittent

Scheduled Hours:
0.2

Shift:
Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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