Pharmacist Intern

Sinai-Grace Hospital; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer  

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health savings accounts

Employee Assistance program

Voluntary insurance options

Job summary

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus is seeking a Pharmacy Intern to assist the pharmacist by filling physician orders for medications and preparing IV admixtures in a sterile environment. The role emphasizes accuracy, aseptic technique, and collaborative patient care within the hospital pharmacy.

Responsibilities include processing orders, inventory tasks, and supporting pharmacy services across departments while ensuring all work is pharmacist-verified and compliant with standards.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be willing to work in all areas of the pharmacy services as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist by filling physician orders for medications.
• Fills medication orders from labels in a timely and accurate manner.
• Delivers medications to patient care areas and picks up items going to the Pharmacy.
• Prepares and files charge slips and performs other related duties.
• Participates in inventory control and wholesale orders as requested.
• Ensures that all work is verified by a Pharmacist.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in College of Pharmacy

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Abrazo Scottsdale Campus hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That's Why We Offer More Than a Job - We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Assist the pharmacist by filling physician orders for medications, mixes IV admixture solutions as required using aseptic technique in the Laminar Air Flow Hood, prepares and files charge slips and performs other related duties.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care:
  • Assists the pharmacist in providing medication, drug information and pharmaceutical services to patients, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
  • Fills medication orders from labels in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Fills medication carts, drug replacement boxes and automated dispensing unit.
  • Delivers medications to patient care areas and picks up items going to the Pharmacy.
  • Completes area inspections as assigned in the time frame assigned. Corrects noted deficiencies found during inspections.
  • Processes and prepares sterile drug orders with proper order and care, using aseptic technique. Prepackages drugs as demand required.
  • Properly and completely prepares paperwork for prepackaging records.
  • Completely and accurately inputs medication charges and credits daily.
  • Maintains patient medication drawer accuracy by periodically pulling updates off the computer, adding and deleting from the boxes.
  • Pulls discharges off computer and removes meds from patient drawer.
  • Participates as requested in training and working with students.
  • Participates in inventory control and wholesale orders, placing the order as requested.
  • Ensures that all work is verified by a Pharmacist.
• Organization/Work Role:
  • Prioritizes workload.
  • Completes work in a timely manner.
  • Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.
  • Shares responsibility for ordering and stocking medication and keeping the department clean.
  • Maintains a calm demeanor during busy or crisis situations.
  • Utilizes personal protective equipment to protect from exposure to chemical, radiation and infectious hazards.
  • Professional:
    • Actively participates in department management by providing input at meetings and reading communication.
    • Mentors new and less experienced staff and students.
    • Uses policy and procedure manuals and other reference material to ensure proper course of action.
• Quality Improvement:
  • Identifies, proposes solutions and assists in implementation of ideas for improvement in patient care and departmental / hospital operations.
  • Participates in the successful implementation of change.
  • Identifies opportunities and implements strategies to decrease waste in medication.
  • Participates in department QI as requested.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Special Skills:
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure.
  • Must have basic computer skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Must be willing to work in all areas of the pharmacy services as assigned.
  • Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure.
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education:
    • High School Diploma or equivalent GED. Completion of formal education program which meets requirements for certification.
    • Currently enrolled in the College of Pharmacy.
  • Licensure/Certifications: Licensed as a Pharmacy Intern by the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy.

Organization Description

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus is a full-service acute care hospital providing specialized services and home to the Abrazo Surgical Institute. The hospital offers comprehensive orthopedic care featuring navigational technology and sports medicine, outpatient rehabilitation services and enhanced diagnostic imaging as well as emergency care. Join our team!

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