Pharmacy Intern

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Intern Year 2 to support the Pharmacy Department in ensuring safe, timely medication delivery under pharmacist supervision. You will gain hands-on experience with drug distribution, verification, compounding, and dispensing while developing pharmacotherapy knowledge and patient communication skills.

Active enrollment in a PharmD program is required, along with pursuing a Massachusetts Pharmacist Intern license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; all applicants must be pursuing a Pharmacist degree.
• Massachusetts Pharmacist Intern license required.
• Pharmacy experience 1–2 years preferred.
• Ability to counsel patients and caregivers on medications and devices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure right patient receives the right medication under pharmacist supervision.
• Develop understanding of the drug distribution system and related duties.
• Use computer software for order entry, dispensing, and information dissemination.
• Counsel patients on prescription and OTC medications.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Perform medication history interviews and discharge counseling.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Medication safety

HIPAA knowledge

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pursuing PharmD degree

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Intern YR2 supports the mission of the Pharmacy Department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas. Uses related computer software and gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies. The Pharmacy Intern may also be involved in disseminating drug information. All applicants must be pursuing a Pharmacist degree.

Essential Functions

• Supports the mission of the Pharmacy Department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.
• Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas.
• Uses related computer software and gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies.
• May also be involved in the dissemination of drug information.
• Works collaboratively with the treatment team to maximize individual patient outcomes.
• Counsels patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and devices.
• Monitors medication therapies by performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring drug regimens are consistent with medication use guidelines and protocols.
• Assists the Pharmacist in gathering information to advise nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications.
• Fills and delivers medications requested by nursing units and, as needed, for automatic dispensing cabinets after a complete check by a Pharmacist.
• Adheres to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality and patient privacy.
• Performs medication history interviews, first-dose teaching, food-drug interaction counseling, discharge counseling, assessment of education, and adherence.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required. All applicants must be pursuing a Pharmacist degree.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Pharmacist Intern Massachusetts License required

Experience

Pharmacy Experience 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to the role.
• Ability to interact with and work around people.
• Ability to make judgments in demanding situations.
• Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to listen empathetically.
• Ability to logically organize details.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $25.28/Hourly

Grade

3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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