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Hospital Pharmacy Intern - Springfield Regional Medical Center

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Mercy

22d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Springfield

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Pharmacy Intern License, a GED or diploma, be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program, and BLS certification is preferred.
  • You will assist with medication orders, compounding IVs, operating automation devices, distributing medications, conducting inspections, clarifying prescriptions, counseling patients, and training new staff.

Requirements

  • Pharmacy Intern License – State Board of Pharmacy (required)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - Various (preferred)
  • High School Diploma or GED (required)
  • Actively enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy with an active board of pharmacy intern license (required)
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  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Responsibilities

  • Assists in accurate medication order interpretation. This involves selecting or compounding, dispensing, ensuring delivery of and stocking the correct products to fulfill physician orders. Fill medication drawers and automated dispensing cabinets, floor stock, and controlled substances as applicable.
  • Compounds IV admixtures aseptically and accurately
  • Operates and loads automation devices (robotics or automated cabinets) for drug dispensing
  • Assists other hospital staff with medication and pharmacy related issues via answering phone calls and responding to computerized medication messages
  • Distributes patient medications promptly and efficiently, as well as delivers and restocks medications
  • Completes monthly unit inspections for an assigned hospital area as assigned– this involves ensuring this area has no outdated medications, is appropriately stocked, and checking crash carts
  • Clarifies prescriptions with physicians or appropriate staff members and participation in medication reconciliation with patients as assigned
  • Counsels and provides medication education to transition of care patients prior to discharge as assigned
  • Trains, educates, and precepts new pharmacy technicians, students, and interns
  • Participates on various departmental and interdepartmental committees
  • Assists in accurate medication order interpretation. This involves entering, selecting, filling, compounding, dispensing, and ensuring release of the final product to the correct person to fulfill prescriber orders
  • Assists patients and counseling of medication and pharmacy related issues via answering phone calls and in person consultations under the supervision and direction of a pharmacist
  • Restocks frequently used medications and over the counter products in pharmacy areas in addition to operating applicable automation dispensing system devices within the pharmacy
  • Receives, transfers, and clarifies oral prescriptions with prescribers or appropriate staff members as authorized by state law and under pharmacist supervision
  • Administers immunizations [if immunization certified via an accredited immunization program as allowed per state law]
  • Trains, educates, and precepts new pharmacy technicians, students, and interns
  • Assists other staff with medication issues and response to email and phone call concerns or follow-up

FAQs

What is the schedule for the Hospital Pharmacy Intern position?

The position is PRN and requires availability every 3rd weekend (Saturday and Sunday) from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Pharmacy Intern?

The Pharmacy Intern assists pharmacists in interpreting and processing physicians' orders, dispensing medication, compounding IV admixtures, distributing medications, and providing medication education to patients.

Is a Pharmacy Intern License required for this position?

Yes, an active Pharmacy Intern License from the State Board of Pharmacy is required.

What kind of education is required for the Hospital Pharmacy Intern role?

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be actively enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy.

Will I receive training in this position?

While no prior experience or training is required, the intern will have opportunities to train and educate new pharmacy technicians, students, and interns.

What qualifications are preferred besides the pharmacy intern license?

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred.

What patient populations will I be working with?

The Pharmacy Intern will demonstrate knowledge and skills for providing care to neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Are there opportunities for educational assistance?

Yes, educational assistance is one of the benefits offered to employees.

Is there a non-discrimination policy for applicants?

Yes, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Who should I contact for reasonable accommodation requests during the employment selection process?

You should contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com for reasonable accommodation requests.

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Mercy is a health care system offering comprehensive medical services, including hospitals, clinics, and outreach ministries across multiple states. The organisation is committed to delivering high-quality health care, focusing on compassionate patient care and advanced medical treatments. Mercy strives to improve the health and well-being of the communities it serves, ensuring accessible and effective health care for all individuals. The dedication to holistic care and community service reflects Mercy's core values and commitment to making a positive impact in health care.