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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

19d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Columbus, +2
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be accepted into an accredited pharmacy college and have or obtain an Ohio Board of Pharmacy Intern license within 120 days of hire, maintaining it throughout employment.
  • You will assist with medication preparation, data management, maintain accurate records, support informatics projects, and collaborate with pharmacy staff to improve operations and compliance.

Requirements

  • Acceptance in an accredited college of pharmacy.
  • Must possess a current Ohio Board of Pharmacy Intern license within 120 days of hire, unless current license is in place upon hire.
  • Interns must hold an active Ohio Board of Pharmacy Intern license by the date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Responsibilities

  • Under the supervision of a pharmacist and in collaboration with pharmacy staff, the pharmacy intern assists with medication-related informatics processes, including medication preparation, distribution, and data management. Responsibilities may include supporting pharmacy operations, ensuring medication security and compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining accurate records. The intern may also contribute to pharmacy informatics initiatives, such as data analysis, system optimization, and workflow improvements. Interns are expected to demonstrate teamwork, participate in continuing education to meet competency requirements, and engage in ongoing training opportunities provided by the department. Compliance with all hospital and pharmacy regulations is required. Interns must hold an active Ohio Board of Pharmacy Intern license by the date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. This position supports informatics teams in delivering pharmacy services to patients and providing necessary support to healthcare teams. Duties may include: Maintaining accurate records and documentation, supporting pharmacy informatics projects, including data entry, reporting, and system optimization, contributing to department initiatives and process improvements.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Retail Pharmacy Intern?

The primary responsibilities include assisting with medication preparation and distribution, supporting pharmacy operations, ensuring medication security, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to pharmacy informatics initiatives such as data analysis and system optimization.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this internship?

You must be accepted into an accredited college of pharmacy and possess a current Ohio Board of Pharmacy Intern license within 120 days of hire, unless you have a current license at the time of hire.

What type of shifts can I expect as a Retail Pharmacy Intern?

The position offers intermittent shifts with a varying schedule.

Is teamwork emphasized in this internship?

Yes, teamwork is an important aspect of this internship, and interns are expected to collaborate with pharmacy staff and participate in ongoing training opportunities.

Are there any continuing education requirements for this position?

Yes, interns are expected to participate in continuing education to meet competency requirements and engage in ongoing training provided by the department.

Is compliance with regulations required in this role?

Yes, compliance with all hospital and pharmacy regulations is a mandatory requirement for this internship.

Will I have opportunities to contribute to process improvements?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to contribute to department initiatives and process improvements related to pharmacy operations and informatics.

Do I need to maintain my pharmacy intern license during my employment?

Yes, you must maintain an active Ohio Board of Pharmacy Intern license throughout your employment.

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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Improving lives through innovation in research, education and patient care.

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Mission & Purpose

At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center you will find more than a job – you can establish a career that allows you to actually change the face of medicine. As central Ohio's only academic medical center, we emphasize learning, development and innovation in order to offer the very best in personalized care to over 1.7 million patients each year. There's plenty of opportunity for career growth too, because Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center encompasses seven hospitals, fourteen primary care offices, a walk-in clinic, two After-Hours Care locations and eleven multi-specialty clinics, as well as the College of Medicine, the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, the health sciences library and the Faculty Group Practice. You'll find clinical care offered in virtually every medical specialty and subspecialty and an interdisciplinary team of healthcare experts beyond compare. Ohio State offers great pay, complete benefits, state retirement options, tuition assistance and access to the cultural and sporting resources at one of the nation’s largest universities (learn more at wexnermedical.osu.edu/careers). Outside of work, you'll discover a great quality of life. Columbus is the nation's 14th largest city with beautiful neighborhoods and a full range of activities and entertainment options. Everything we do is driven by our strategic plan, which is built on our mission to improve health in Ohio and across the world through innovation in research, education and patient care. To accomplish this, our vision calls us to push the boundaries of discovery and knowledge to solve significant problems and deliver unparalleled care. If this sounds appealing to you and you share our values of inclusiveness, determination, empathy, sincerity, ownership and innovation, Ohio State may be the perfect fit for you. Apply today and let's see what we can do together to change the world through medicine.