Pharmacy Intern

Community Health Systems; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Pharmacy Intern I to support the pharmacy team in the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of medications within a hospital setting, under direct supervision.

This role provides hands-on experience in pharmacy operations, medication safety, regulatory compliance, and patient care services while developing foundational skills in pharmacy practice.

Qualifications

• Basic pharmacology knowledge and understanding of pharmacy operations and safety practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with pharmacists, healthcare providers, and patients.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications following prescriptions and protocols.
• Participate in medication reconciliation and gather patient histories under supervision.
• Support inventory control by restocking, rotating stock, and checking expiration dates.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards in all pharmacy areas.
• Assist with clinical initiatives, including patient education and monitoring when permitted by state regulations.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Medication safety

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Pharmacy technology

Education

ACPE-accredited College or School of Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Intern I supports the pharmacy team by assisting licensed pharmacists in the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of medications. This role is structured to provide hands‑on experience in hospital pharmacy operations and clinical support activities. Under direct supervision, the Pharmacy Intern contributes to medication safety, regulatory compliance, and patient care services while developing foundational skills in pharmacy practice.

Essential Functions

• Assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications in accordance with prescriptions and organizational protocols.
• Participates in medication reconciliation and assists with gathering patient medication histories under pharmacist supervision.
• Supports inventory control by restocking medications, rotating stock, checking expiration dates, and assisting with medication orders.
• Ensures compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards in all pharmacy work areas and medication storage locations.
• Assists with clinical initiatives, including patient education, therapeutic drug monitoring, or pharmacy rounding, as permitted by state regulations.
• Documents pharmacy interventions, medication histories, and other relevant activities in accordance with facility procedures.
• Participates in departmental projects, process improvement initiatives, and continuing education opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an ACPE-accredited College or School of Pharmacy required
• 0-1 years of Introductory or Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE or APPE) as part of pharmacy school training required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of pharmacology, pharmacy operations, and medication safety practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with pharmacists, healthcare providers, and patients.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a high level of accuracy.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with pharmacy technology and information systems preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech State Pharmacy Intern or Technician Registration/Permit required

Job Info

• Job Identification 161186
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 08/11/2026, 01:35 PM
• Degree Level No Formal Education
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 10820 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37934, US