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Tufts Medicine

2mo ago

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  • Internship
    Part-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Science
  • Boston

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Enrolled in an APCE accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program.
  • Massachusetts Pharmacy Intern Licensure.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a hospital desired.
  • Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to walk and stand 90% of the day and to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
  • Frequent reaching and grasping below, at, and above shoulder level.
  • Pushing and/or pushing non-motorized equipment (e.g. carts, IV rolling rack, and medication rolling racks, etc.) weighing 40 to 60 lbs.
  • Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate prescription medications and computer keyboard.
  • Ability to see medications, computer screen, and reports.
  • Reading automated dispensing reports regularly.
  • Works in an area with some discomfort due to dust, dirt, and temperature changes.
  • May be exposed to broken glass and some exposure to hazardous chemicals.
  • Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to be organized and systematic. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively. 
  • Ability to perform work in a timely and efficient manner. 
  • Possess excellent telephone etiquette skills. 
  • Knowledge of hazardous substance handling, complex sterile compounding techniques, and mathematical calculations. 
  • Extensive knowledge of medications including: Brand and generic names, dosing forms, indications, formulary status and strengths.

Responsibilities

  • Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, this role performs pharmacy-related functions in compliance with the department’s policies and procedures in order to provide optimal pharmaceutical care. The Pharmacy Intern performs minimal, routine tasks in preparation of becoming a Pharmacist.
  • The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
  • Picks, delivers, and refills medication for automated dispensing machines.
  • Delivers bulk medications and IV solutions to the nursing units.
  • Conducts monthly inspections of medication room on patient floors.
  • Monitors daily temperature inspections of the refrigerator in the automated dispensing machine.
  • Maintains collaborative relationship with peers and colleagues to effectively achievement department goals, and to help foster a positive work environment.

Tufts Medicine

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Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Wellforce is now Tufts Medicine! Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. The health system came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care. Our members exchange ideas and craft solutions to help people fight the most serious illnesses, manage chronic diseases and live healthier lives. Our caregivers share a passion for delivering the highest quality of care at a lowest cost Elected officials and health care experts often cite us as leaders in delivering on the promise of highest quality, lowest cost health care.