Pharmacy Intern

1103 Team Member Services; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Mental health support

Pet benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth’s Tampa facility is seeking a Pharmacy Intern to support pharmacists in safe, effective, and compassionate pharmaceutical care. Under supervision, you’ll assist with dispensing, clinical support, and patient education while expanding your knowledge through hands-on experience.

You will develop skills in sterile compounding, medication systems, and hospital operations, contributing to patient safety and quality improvement in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in ACPE-accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program.
• Registered as Pharmacy Intern with the Florida Board of Pharmacy.
• Strong communication, critical-thinking, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment with accuracy and safety.

Responsibilities

• Medication Distribution Support
• Clinical & Operational Support
• Patient & Care Team Interaction
• Professional Development

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Multitasking

Teamwork

English proficiency

Computer skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Education

PharmD program enrolled

Pharmacy Intern license

High school diploma

Tools

Hospital IT systems

Pharmacy automation

MS Office

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: PRN Shift: Day-Weekend (United States of America) Address: 3100 E FLETCHER AVE City: TAMPA State: Florida Postal Code: 33613

Job Description

The Pharmacy Intern supports the mission of AdventHealth by assisting pharmacists in the safe, effective, and compassionate delivery of pharmaceutical care. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the intern participates in medication distribution, clinical support activities, and patient-centered pharmacy services while advancing their professional knowledge through practical experience. Accurately responds to medication dispensing requests, prepares medications for pharmacist review, delivers checked medications to nursing units, and returns unused or expired medications to appropriate pharmacy areas. Develops and maintains skills necessary to function as a pharmacy technician, including proficiency in operational programs, dispensing and compounding activities, hospital computer systems, and medication systems. Uses effective negotiation skills to resolve conflicts and assures continuity of pharmaceutical care between shifts and among staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows correct procedures for filling, recording, and distributing pharmacy kits, carts, trays, and interdepartmental product transfer requests. Works effectively with all members of the healthcare team to ensure the best outcome for the patient, prioritizing activities to ensure accurate, safe, timely, and appropriate medication availability. Assists pharmacists with patient care activities and regulatory compliance tasks, including sterile compounding, controlled substance handling, medication order review, clinical consult review, medication distribution, and patient education. Supports medication-use process improvements and carries out special projects or assignments as directed. Facilitates medication safety practices and continuous quality improvement, identifying, mitigating, and reporting potential and actual medication errors. Handles, processes, and appropriately disposes of all waste materials, including hazardous waste, using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Hazardous Medication Spill Kits as needed. Promotes cost-effective drug therapy and actively participates in stewardship and medication waste prevention programs. Participates in departmental meetings and educational activities, supporting practice advancement initiatives, clinical projects, and stewardship initiatives led by colleagues and peers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Verbal communication, organizational, problem-solving, and customer service skills [Required]
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes as necessary, remaining poised during frequent interruptions, and high workload and emergency situations [Required]
• Ability to interact constructively with supervisors, peers, and external customers [Required]
• Ability to follow direction from formal management personnel and informal supervisors (pharmacists) and at times, to work well without direct supervision [Required]
• Ability to identify, follow up, and resolve discrepancies [Required]
• Ability to identify, resolve, and mitigate pharmacy operational or program problems [Required]
• Ability to keep accurate and complete records [Required]
• Knowledge of medical terminology [Required]
• Knowledge and competence in aseptic techniques [Required]
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize work appropriately and assure timely delivery of product to the patient care areas [Required]
• Ability to provide optimal customer service having strong telephone and verbal communication skills [Required]
• Be able to work independently without constant supervision and as a team member [Required]
• Be able to pay close attention to detail and perform repetitive tasks accurately [Required]
• Have strong work ethic [Required]
• Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively [Required]
• Knowledge and competence in aseptic techniques and chemotherapy product preparation, including hazardous product handling [Preferred]
• Expertise in general hospital pharmacy operations (including medication dispensing and IV compounding) and hospital regulatory compliance [Preferred]
• Expertise with hospital computer systems, pharmacy technology, and pharmacy automation [Preferred]
• Expertise in USP 795, 797, and 800 guidelines [Preferred]
• Expertise using pharmacy informatic solutions and services [Preferred]

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience

• Contemporary hospital pharmacy experience [Preferred]

Additional Information

Qualifications Actively enrolled in an ACPE‑accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. Registered as a Pharmacy Intern with the Florida Board of Pharmacy. Strong communication, critical‑thinking, and teamwork skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced hospital environment with attention to accuracy and safety.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Medication Distribution Support
• Clinical & Operational Support
• Patient & Care Team Interaction
• Professional Development

Licenses and Certifications

• Pharmacy Intern (PSI) [Required]
• Licensed Pharmacist (RPH) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/mte9kpcf
• Pay Range: $16.79 - $26.86
• Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
• This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.