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Retail Pharmacy Intern - PRN

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Sanford Health

8d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Fargo

AI generated summary

  • You must complete one year of college with pre-pharmacy courses and maintain annual registration as an Undergraduate Pharmacy Intern in North Dakota.
  • You will assist pharmacists in dispensing medications, counseling patients, monitoring drug therapy, and using new technology while supporting pharmacy staff in various clinical functions.

Requirements

  • Must meet the minimum education requirements to be registered through the respective state board of pharmacy (requirements vary by state).
  • In North Dakota, one year of full time college or university must be completed with pre-pharmacy curriculum.
  • Must maintain annual registration as an Undergraduate Pharmacy Intern through the respective State Board of Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

  • A pharmacy intern is a student who works in a pharmacy to gain hands-on experience.
  • These individuals work under the supervision of licensed pharmacists and hospital or store pharmacy managers to ensure that they are performing their job duties correctly.
  • In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacist reviews, interprets and dispenses both prescription and non-prescription medication to patients.
  • The pharmacist takes an active role in responding to prescription issues and advising providers on the selection, dosage, interaction and side effects of medications.
  • Counsels patients on the medication prescription including but not limited to: proper administration, possible side effects, expected response, storage and any other questions posed by the patient.
  • Monitors the health and progress of patients in response to drug therapy.
  • Must be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves.
  • Provides oversight and clinical supervision for pharmacy series and pharmacy support personnel.
  • Pharmacy services at Sanford Health may include involvement in acute care surgery, neurology, cardiology, pediatrics, oncology, infusion services, intensive care, general medicine, dialysis, transplant, antimicrobial stewardship, and medication reconciliation.
  • May include decentralized clinical functions, such as direct patient interaction/interdisciplinary team rounding, chart reviews, customer or patient counseling, collecting accurate medication list.
  • May also include centralized clinical functions, such as checking and dispensing medications and overseeing the clinical functions of the IV room.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Retail Pharmacy Intern - PRN.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at Sanford Medical Center Fargo in Fargo, ND.

What are the work hours for this position?

The shift for this position varies, and it is scheduled as PRN (as needed), with weekly hours also varying.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is $17.50 - $23.00 per hour.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must meet the minimum education requirements to be registered through the respective state board of pharmacy, which in North Dakota includes completing one year of full-time college or university with a pre-pharmacy curriculum.

What responsibilities will the pharmacy intern have?

The pharmacy intern will work under the supervision of licensed pharmacists, assist in the dispensing of medications, counsel patients on prescriptions, monitor patient health in response to drug therapy, and may participate in interprofessional team functions and chart reviews.

Is there an opportunity for advancement within Sanford Health?

Yes, Sanford Health offers many development and advancement opportunities for its employees.

What benefits does Sanford Health offer to part-time employees?

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and generous time off.

Is Sanford Health an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer that prohibits discrimination and provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

What is the requirement for annual registration?

Candidates must maintain annual registration as an Undergraduate Pharmacy Intern through the respective State Board of Pharmacy.

Are drug tests required for employment?

Yes, an accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

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Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the U.S. Our organization is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, we serve more than one million patients and 220,000 health plan members across 250,000 square miles. Our integrated health system has 47 medical centers, 2,800 physicians and advanced practice providers, 170 clinical investigators and research scientists, more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations, and world clinics in eight countries around the globe. Learn more about our commitment to shaping the future of rural health care at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.