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Kaiser Permanente

17d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
  • Atlanta

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy school, hold a GED or diploma, possess a Georgia pharmacy intern license, and demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, and computer skills.
  • You will dispense medications, interview patients, resolve therapy issues, collaborate with medical staff, manage outpatient therapy, and participate in training and quality programs.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited school of pharmacy.
  • High School Diploma OR General Education Diploma (GED) required.
  • Pharmacy Intern License (Georgia) required at hire.
  • Strong interpersonal and professional skills to work well with members, providers, and caregivers to gather information and facilitate behavior change.
  • Ability to assess and implement innovative solutions to address member medication adherence barriers.
  • Ability to demonstrate proficiency in data entry and manipulation using commercial and proprietary software databases (i.e. Microsoft Excel, POINT).
  • Strong computer skills (use of word processing tools, spreadsheets, databases).
  • Direct patient interaction experience.
  • Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages and distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies and procedures and acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies and procedures.
  • Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies and sensitivities; documents the information in the patients medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions and warnings for medication therapy; advises the patient on the use of related devices and the coordination of medication therapy with diet, according to established policies and procedures.
  • Evaluates and resolves, according to established policies and procedures, potential medication therapy problems identified through any and all available sources, including the patient and pharmacy information system.
  • Confers with medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care and treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations and dosage forms, and other factors that might influence the course of treatment and the activity of the medications; suggests changes in medication therapy and/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results and cost effective prescribing.
  • Evaluates and manages the medication therapy of ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results and cost effective prescribing.
  • Participates in assigned education and training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel and patients. Participates in quality management programs.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Clinical Pharmacy Intern?

The primary responsibility of a Clinical Pharmacy Intern is to dispense, compound, procure, store, and distribute pharmacy products under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, while also consulting with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy.

Is prior experience required for this position?

No prior experience is required for this position.

What education is required to apply for this role?

Applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited school of pharmacy and have a High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).

What certification is required to work as a Clinical Pharmacy Intern in Georgia?

A Pharmacy Intern License in Georgia is required at hire.

What skills are necessary for a Clinical Pharmacy Intern?

Strong interpersonal and professional skills, ability to assess and implement innovative solutions for medication adherence barriers, proficiency in data entry and manipulation using software databases, strong computer skills, direct patient interaction experience, and strong communication skills are necessary.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The work schedule is variable with working hours from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, with shifts spanning across all seven days of the week.

Are there opportunities for education and training in this role?

Yes, Clinical Pharmacy Interns participate in assigned education and training programs and may conduct educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel, and patients.

Will the Clinical Pharmacy Intern be required to travel?

No, travel is not required for this position.

What type of employee status is this job classified as?

This job is classified as a Regular employee status.

Is Kaiser Permanente an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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