Outpatient Pharmacy Intern West Allis Hospital

Advocate Aurora Health; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. in West Allis, WI is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy team. Under supervision, you will fill medication orders, deliver meds, and assist with sterile and non-sterile preparations, while obtaining patient medication histories.

You will perform clerical duties, manage medication ordering and inventory, and interpret outpatient prescriptions into the pharmacy system. The role requires accurate communication, computer skills, and teamwork in a hospital

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED and be enrolled in a College of Pharmacy in the 1st year.
• Proficient computer skills required.
• Strong communication, analytical and organizational abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Fills medication orders and delivers medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Compounds sterile and non-sterile preparations as needed.
• Interviews patients to obtain medication histories and enters prescriptions into the pharmacy system.
• Performs clerical duties to support efficient pharmacy operations and manages medication ordering and inventory.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1st year in College of Pharmacy

Job description

Department

38590 API West Allis: Store 1060 - Retail Pharmacy

Status

Part time

Benefits Eligible

No

Hours Per Week

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Every other weekend, Saturdays 9 am - 2pm. Availability to work every Saturday if desired. Availability during the week 8 am - 6pm Monday - Friday per schedule needs

Pay Range

$25.00 - $25.00

Major Responsibilities

Under general supervision of a pharmacist, performs duties of a pharmacy technician such as: filling medication orders, delivering medications, compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations, interviewing patients to obtain medication histories, etc.

Provides pharmacy services to the patient care areas and customers by performing clerical duties in the pharmacy to ensure efficient operations and performs duties related to medication ordering, receipt, stocking, and inventory control.

Receives and interprets prescriptions for outpatients and enters them into the pharmacy computer system.

Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships, and team building.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Intern registration: NC, SC, GA
• Licensure: GA (intern), IL (tech)
• Permit: AL
• Certification: SC
• Tech registration: WI

Education Required

High School Diploma or GED equivalent and current enrollment in an accredited College of Pharmacy in the 1st year of the program required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Proficient computer skills
• Works well with management and pharmacy staff
• Solid communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, climb, twist, crawl and reach above shoulders
• Requires considerable walking, standing, pushing mobile cart of approximately 50 pounds and lifting 35 pounds of material
• Must have functional vision, touch and hearing
• Must be able to speak and be understood by others to communicate effectively
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease for which appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is utilized to minimize exposure
• Frequent fine motor motion of hands and wrists to perform manipulative skills such as writing, typing, data entry into the computer, and preparation of medications, including use of syringes
• Takes necessary precautions to avoid inadvertent needle sticks, minor cuts or bruises. Exposed to various conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and changes in temperature and humidity.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job
• Flexibility to travel between pharmacy locations
• This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of physical requirements and working conditions.

Preferred Job Requirements

Preferred Education

No additional education necessary

Preferred Certificate/License

No additional certification or license necessary

Preferred Experience

No additional experience necessary

Preferred Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

No additional knowledge, skills, or abilities necessary

Disclaimer

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

Benefits

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program