Intern Pharmacist

986 PHARMACY; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A local pharmacy in La Verne is seeking an entry-level pharmacy intern to support licensed pharmacists in patient care activities, including monitoring drug therapies and dispensing medications. This internship requires enrollment in a pharmacy program and includes essential tasks such as advising patients, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates must have the necessary immunization and BLS certifications. This internship also provides valuable educational experiences over three to four years.

Qualifications

• Currently in school for a bachelor's in pharmacy or PharmD.
• Intern must be part of an accredited internship program.
• Must possess immunization certificate and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Monitors patients’ drug therapies and advises on safe use of medications.
• Dispenses medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Maintains records of patient history.

Skills

Patient consultation

Drug therapy monitoring

Medication dispensing

Compliance with legal regulations

Education

Currently enrolled in Bachelor's in Pharmacy or PharmD

Must be part of an accredited internship program

Tools

Immunization certification

BLS certification

Job description

Hiring Locations

• Van Nuys, CA (Retail Pharmacy)

Job Summary

This position is an entry-level position, and its duties are designed to develop knowledge and competency levels while performing pharmacist functions under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Functions performed as an intern include but are not limited to dispensing drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners, educating patients about medications and their use, and learning how to advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications. In addition, the Intern will participate in educational experiences.

This is a three to four-year program. The Intern will increase in level based on the educational program enrolled in and performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors patients’ drug therapies, advises on the safe use of medications, and informs of potential side effects.
• Completes MTMs.
• Dispenses medications as prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners.
• Verifies order entries, maintains records of controlled substances, changes and removes expired and/or damaged drugs from the pharmacy’s inventory.
• Completes all clinical services provided by the pharmacy, as directed (vaccinations, blood pressure/temperature measurements, diabetes management, etc.).
• Maintains records of patient history.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant legal procedures, regulations, and rules that regulate the pharmaceutical practice.
• Provides consultations to patients regarding medications and their use.
• Responds to or assists PIC with audits and inspections from various regulatory agencies, as directed.

Qualifications

• Currently in school for a bachelor's in pharmacy or PharmD required
• Intern must be part of an accredited internship program
• Must possess immunization certificate and BLS

For questions regarding this position, please contact us at [phone].