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Cleveland Clinic

1mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a Pharmacy program or have qualifying international experience, hold a State Board Intern License, and possess critical thinking skills for a fast-paced environment.
  • You will review medication orders, recommend alternatives, compound medications, provide drug information, and communicate with healthcare staff to ensure optimal patient care.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy program and meets education requirements to qualify for intern license in the State of Ohio.
  • International pharmacy experience which meets the requirements to qualify for the Foreign Graduate Pharmacy Intern License will offset the requirement to be enrolled in a Pharmacy program.
  • Current State Board of Pharmacy Intern License (PH/INT) prior to the start date.
  • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
  • None required.
  • Typical physical demands include ability to perform job while standing, reaching, stretching and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer functions of job.
  • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Under pharmacist supervision, reviews and assesses medication orders to identify, prevent and resolve potential and actual drug related problems.
  • Recommends formulary alternatives when appropriate.
  • Compounds and prepares medications for delivery to patient care areas.
  • Provides drug information and education to medical staff and patients.
  • Communicates with physicians and other clinicians as necessary to facilitate care.
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

The main responsibilities include reviewing and assessing medication orders, recommending formulary alternatives, compounding and preparing medications, providing drug information and education, communicating with healthcare providers, and performing other assigned duties under pharmacist supervision.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy program and meet education requirements to qualify for an intern license in the State of Ohio. Alternatively, international pharmacy experience that qualifies for the Foreign Graduate Pharmacy Intern License can also meet this requirement.

Are there any certification requirements for this job?

Yes, candidates are required to have a current State Board of Pharmacy Intern License (PH/INT) prior to their start date.

Is prior work experience necessary for this role?

No prior work experience is required for the Pharmacy Intern position.

What kinds of skills are necessary for this position?

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision are necessary. The position also requires the ability to work in a stressful environment.

What physical demands are expected from a Pharmacy Intern?

Typical physical demands include the ability to perform job functions while standing, reaching, stretching, and sitting for prolonged periods, as well as sufficient manual dexterity to perform computer functions related to the job.

What type of personal protective equipment is required?

Pharmacy Interns must follow Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for specific procedures.

How is salary information handled for this position?

Salaries shown on independent job search websites are market averages and do not reflect direct information from The Cleveland Clinic. Candidates are encouraged to discuss salary specifics during the application and hiring process.

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Cleveland Clinic, located in Cleveland, Ohio, is a not-for-profit, multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation, Cleveland Clinic has become one of the largest and most respected hospitals in the country. Cleveland Clinic facilities can be found throughout Northeast Ohio, as well as around the country and world including: Cleveland Clinic Florida Cleveland Clinic Canada Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health - Las Vegas Cleveland Clinic health system includes eight regional hospitals, 16 family health centers, a children's hospital for rehabilitation and one affiliate hospital. Cleveland Clinic is accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation’s largest accreditor of healthcare organizations. Our family health centers offer: Outpatient care Primary care Numerous subspecialties Numerous locations All of our hospitals, family health centers, outpatient clinics and home healthcare programs are also accredited by The Joint Commission under its hospital accreditation program.