Pharmacy Extern

St. Luke's Health System

Nampa (ID)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 34,440

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on clinical experience

Career development training

Wellness programs

Job summary

St. Luke's Health System is seeking a motivated Pharmacy Extern for a weekend-only role to support medication delivery and patient education through their Meds2Beds Program. This position includes hands-on clinical experience that enhances your skills in patient-centered care while working closely with healthcare teams.

Qualifications

Enrolled in an accredited Pharmacy program.
Has valid pharmacy intern/extern license.
BLS certification is essential.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal & communication skills.

Responsibilities

Deliver prescribed medications to discharged patients.
Counsel patients on medication usage and side effects.
Collaborate with pharmacists and care teams.
Document prescriptions and patient interactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Patient-centered care

Education

Enrolled in an accredited Pharmacy program

Valid pharmacy intern/extern license

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

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At St. Luke’s, our dedicated Pharmacy team is critical in providing exceptional, patient-centered care. We strive to foster an environment that embraces our employees' unique strengths, experiences and perspectives which ultimately drives our exceptional, patient-centered care.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Pharmacy Extern to join our Meds2Beds Program on a weekend-only basis. This role supports timely medication delivery and patient education for those being discharged from the hospital, playing a key role in reducing readmissions and improving patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver prescribed medications directly to discharged patients.
Provide patient counseling on medication usage, potential side effects, and the importance of adherence.
Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, and care teams to ensure smooth patient transitions.
Accurately document prescriptions and patient interactions in compliance with hospital and pharmacy protocols.
Provide coverage during weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

Enrolled in an accredited Pharmacy program.
Holds a valid pharmacy intern/extern license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Detail-oriented and committed to patient-centered care.

Schedule

Weekends Only (Saturday and Sunday)
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Occasional holiday coverage required

Why Join Us?

This position offers hands-on clinical experience and a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of pharmacy and patient care. You’ll gain practical skills in medication management, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary communication.

What’s In It For You

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Virgin Pulse Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.