Pharmacy Intern

Job Summary: The Pharmacy Intern is an entry-level position designed to develop a pharmacy student's knowledge base and competency level while performing essential pharmacy functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The intern will be involved in a wide variety of technical and clinical duties, including drug preparation, distribution, patient care, and medication counseling. The role is essential in supporting the hospital's unit-dose drug distribution system, intravenous admixture program, and overall pharmacy operations, ensuring that all activities are compliant with departmental policies and regulatory standards Responsibilities: Clinical Support: * Prepare, compound, and label IV admixtures, including antibiotics, cardiac drips, parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy, under the supervision of a pharmacist * Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds * Conduct medication history interviews and provide patient education on medication use, including first-dose teaching and discharge counseling * Monitor medication therapies, including pharmacokinetic monitoring, and assist in the development of therapeutic plans * Provide drug information to healthcare providers and assist in the reporting of adverse drug reactions * Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding medication use Operational Support: * Procure, distribute, and manage ordered medications as per physician or pharmacist request * Maintain accurate records of controlled substances and ensure proper documentation for investigational drugs * Conduct monthly inspections of nursing stations, manage medication inventory, and remove expired medications * Assist with the preparation of routine patient orders, including compounding, repackaging, and stocking of pharmaceuticals * Maintain the pharmacy's operational environment, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and safety * Utilize automated dispensing units and support pharmacy inventory management * Participate in continuous performance improvement and regulatory compliance efforts Customer Service: * Provide information to patients regarding medication pricing, insurance, and pharmacy policies * Handle phone calls from patients, family members, and healthcare team members Qualifications/Requirements: Experience: * Previous pharmacy work experience (Preferred) Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team * Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills * Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and respond to changes in workload Education: * Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy (Required) * Minimum of 2 years of Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum completed (Preferred) Licenses & Certifications: * Valid New York State Pharmacy Intern Permit required (Required) Licenses / Certifications:

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