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Pharmacy Internship

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be a fully-matriculated second or third-year pharmacy intern, able to lift 20 pounds, stand for long periods, and perform various physical tasks.
  • You will perform pharmacy technician tasks, solve medication use issues, engage in quality improvement, follow policies, and learn to assess and communicate drug information effectively.

Requirements

  • Must be fully-matriculated and accepted in the College of Pharmacy.
  • Second or Third year intern.
  • Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
  • This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects.
  • This position involves standing for extended periods of time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
  • Carrying, Far Vision, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Walking.

Responsibilities

  • Performs the essential functions of Pharmacy Technician I.
  • Performs the essential functions of Pharmacy Technician II.
  • Trains to be able to solve problems in the medication use process for patients and the organization.
  • Identifies and engages in organizational and department quality improvement activities to improve patient care, the medication use process, and pharmacy operations.
  • Trains to assume responsibility for the medication use process, following medication use policy and all laws, regulations, and standards applicable to pharmacy practice.
  • Learns to assess appropriate drug information and literature resources, and provide effective information to varied audiences including patients, other health care professions, and peers.

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Pharmacy Internship at University of Utah Health?

The primary purpose of the Pharmacy Internship is to perform essential functions of a pharmacist under direct supervision, providing professional development for interns as they progress in their pharmacy education.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Pharmacy Internship?

Applicants must be fully-matriculated and accepted in the College of Pharmacy.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants to the Pharmacy Internship?

Yes, being a second or third year intern is preferred for applicants.

What type of work schedule can interns expect?

Interns can expect a flexible work schedule with variable shifts.

What are some of the responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

Responsibilities include performing essential functions of Pharmacy Technician I and II, engaging in quality improvement activities, solving medication use process problems, and assessing drug information resources.

What are the physical demands of the Pharmacy Internship position?

The position involves light work, which may include lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects up to 20 pounds and standing for extended periods of time.

Is there any emphasis on diversity and inclusion in the hiring process?

Yes, the University of Utah Health encourages candidates who have experience working with diverse backgrounds and those who are from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

How can I inquire about the Pharmacy Internship posting?

Interested individuals can inquire about the posting by emailing careers@hsc.utah.edu.

What is the working environment for the Pharmacy Internship?

The internship has a hybrid workplace setup, combining both remote and on-site work.

Will I need to undergo a background check for this position?

Yes, this position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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University of Utah Health is the Intermountain West’s only academic health care system, combining excellence in patient care, the latest in medical research, and teaching to provide leading-edge medicine in a caring and personal setting. The system provides care for Utahns and residents of five surrounding states in a referral area encompassing more than 10 percent of the continental United States.