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Kaiser Permanente

2mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be in an accredited pharmacy program or have a BS in Pharmacy, hold a California intern license, possess pharmaceutical knowledge, and communicate effectively with patients and staff.
  • You will manufacture, dispense, and manage drugs and supplies, while stepping in for absent pharmacy staff as needed and performing related tasks.

Requirements

  • Attending accredited School of Pharmacy; or BS in Pharmacy with application for CA pharmacist license
  • Intern Pharmacist License (California)
  • Knowledge of Federal and State laws, regulations, and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services
  • Knowledgeable of modern pharmacology, compounding prescriptions, drugs, chemicals, pharmaceutical supplies.
  • Ability to extract pertinent information form the patient or other sources and relate it to the patients medical management plan
  • Ability to communicate effectively with other staff and health care team required.
  • Must demonstrate caring attitude towards patients and customers and be able to interact effectively in a courteous manner.
  • Must be able to participate effectively in courtesy programs. Effective participation and contribution in all aspects of HMO Pharmaceutical service.
  • Must be willing and capable of preparing chemotherapy drugs using approved procedures.
  • Must have demonstrated record of attendance and punctuality per department needs.
  • Ability to either type 30 WPM/6000 KHP, or type prescription labels required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
  • Skills Testing*: Typing 30 WPM OR 6,000 KPH
  • *If it is determined that you need to complete testing to qualify for this position, you will receive an email inviting you to take the assessment(s) listed above. Passing test scores remain on file for one year.

Responsibilities

  • Must be able to perform the typical duties of a Pharmacist such as manufacturing, dispensing, maintaining control of drugs and pharmaceuticals supplies, and performing other related work as required.
  • May substitute for absent pharmacy personnel as necessary.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

A Pharmacy Intern performs typical duties of a Pharmacist such as manufacturing, dispensing, and maintaining control of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies under the supervision of a registered Pharmacist. They may also substitute for absent pharmacy personnel as necessary.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Applicants must be attending an accredited School of Pharmacy or possess a BS in Pharmacy with an application for a California pharmacist license.

Is prior experience required for this position?

No, prior experience is not required for this Pharmacy Intern position.

What type of license is necessary for this role?

An Intern Pharmacist License for California is required.

What additional skills are important for a Pharmacy Intern?

Important skills include knowledge of federal and state laws regarding pharmaceutical services, effective communication, the ability to extract pertinent information for patient management, and a caring attitude towards patients.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The Pharmacy Intern position follows a call-in/on-call schedule with variable working hours from 12:01 AM to 11:59 PM across all days of the week.

Does Kaiser Permanente conduct compensation reviews for this position?

Yes, Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews on a routine basis and reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions or pay status as needed.

Are there any typing requirements for this position?

Yes, applicants must be able to type at least 30 words per minute or 6,000 keystrokes per hour, as part of the skills testing for this position.

Is attendance and punctuality important for this role?

Yes, a demonstrated record of attendance and punctuality is required per departmental needs.

What kind of environment will the Pharmacy Intern work in?

The Pharmacy Intern will work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment and is expected to participate effectively in courtesy programs and all aspects of HMO Pharmaceutical service.

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10,001+
Employees
1945
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We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence. Founded nearly 80 years ago, our unique business model sets us apart — positioning us to drive improvements across the industry and around the world. k-p.li/aboutKP As the nation’s leading not-for-profit health plan, we proudly serve 12.7 million members from 600+ locations in 8 states and Washington, D.C. Together, our 200,000+ employees and physicians work as one to positively impact the lives of our members, employees, and communities. Come drive quality, inspire excellence, and create change for the better. Bring your talents to Kaiser Permanente, and see your visionary ideas make a difference in the lives of others. This is your opportunity to shape the future of health care. Be essential. *Disclaimer: Please do not include any medical, personal or confidential information in your comments. Comments are encouraged; however, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to moderate comments on this page as necessary to prevent medical, personal and confidential information from being posted on this site. In addition, Kaiser Permanente will remove all spam, personal attacks, profanity, and off-topic commentary. Comments containing advertisements about goods or services or announcements about news or events that are not related to Kaiser Permanente will be removed. Please note that your communications with Kaiser Permanente through this page are informal and are not part of Kaiser Permanente’s formal grievance process for members.