Pharmacy Intern

TMH The Miriam Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI seeks a Pharmacy Technician Intern to assist pharmacists in the preparation, dispensing and delivery of medications under supervision. This per diem role emphasizes accuracy, safety and adherence to policies in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include reviewing medication orders, operating EDDS (Omnicell/Pyxis), preparing IV admixtures, sterile and non‑sterile products, managing inventories, and supporting controlled substances processes with the

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a PharmD student in good standing (3rd year or higher).
• Current unrestricted Rhode Island pharmacy intern license.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Review medication orders and prepare medications for pharmacist review.
• Operate EDDS systems for inventory control and dispensing.
• Prepare IV admixtures and non-sterile products in sterile conditions.
• Assist in controlled substances inventory and discrepancy resolution.
• Deliver medications to care areas and support pharmacy records.

Skills

Pharmacy internship

Rhode Island intern license

Basic computer skills

College of Pharmacy student

Education

Third year PharmD student

Tools

EDDS (Omnicell/Pyxis)

Job description

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of a pharmacist and direction of a technician group leader or technician specialist, performs a variety of technical and support tasks designed to assist pharmacists in the formulation, preparation, dispensing and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures, and in keeping with the scope of services provided and in consideration to the age of the patients being served. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviewing Licensed Independent Practitioner medication orders and preparing medications for review and dispensing by a pharmacist.
• Performing general operations of electronic drug dispensing system (EDDS; i.e. Omnicell, Pyxis) used in the inventory control and distribution of pharmaceuticals and related supplies. Including maintaining, assigning, refilling and removing medication including controlled substances, generating and interpreting reports to perform above.
• Maintaining operating room medication inventory, including controlled substances.
• Preparing intravenous admixtures up to and including chemotherapy and pediatric critical care infusions utilizing aseptic techniques in a controlled environment according to computer-generated and/or pharmacist approved formulation record, including proper manipulation, labeling and expiration dating. Work in United States Pharmacopoeia 797 clean room environment and in accordance with procedures of the same.
• Preparing non-sterile pharmaceutical products according to computer-generated and/or pharmacist approved formulation record, including proper labeling and expiration dating.
• Performs controlled substance discrepancy resolution in conjunction with other licensed health care professionals.
• Participates in controlled substances inventory management in the Pharmacy and the hospital.
• Delivers medications to clinic, procedural, treatment, operating room and patient care areas . Retrieves medication orders. Repackages and labels medications for distribution in accordance with pharmacist approved Packaging and Labeling Records. Prepares various emergency medication kits for pharmacist review and distribution to patient care areas.
• Performs routine procurement and inventory management of medications including ordering and receipt of chemotherapy and other pharmaceutical supplies.
• Completes necessary paperwork for controlled substance procurement and verifies receipt of such.
• Processes medication requisitions for departments and laboratories for pharmacist verification.
• Reconciles patient and department medication charges.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance to all equipment according to standards for same.
• Assists in maintaining related Pharmacy records and files, performing equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Assists in maintaining the Pharmacy and medication supply areas in a neat and orderly fashion ensuring medications are stored under proper conditions for light, temperature, sanitation and segregation.
• Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities and medication safety initiatives of the Pharmacy and the hospital.
• Utilizes approved process for reporting actual, prevented and near miss medication errors.
• Answers the telephone and triages as appropriate.
• Interacts with internal and external customers in accordance with hospital Customer Service Standards.
• Assists in orientation and training of other pharmacy technicians and interns.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current enrollment in no less than the third (3rd) year in an accredited college of pharmacy as a student in good standing.
• Maintains current unrestricted licensure as a pharmacy intern in the State of Rhode Island.
• One to three months on-job training to become familiar with duties and responsibilities and departmental procedures.
• Possesses basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Possesses physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories, including extended periods of work time spent standing and walking. Requires the visual and manual dexterity to operate a computer, and IV services compounding equipment new hires into this position must successfully pass a drug screen in conformance with Rhode Island State Law.

INDEPENDENT ACTION

Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.

Pay Range

• $18.00-$27.13

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

Location

• The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type

• Per Diem

Work Shift

• Variable

Daily Hours

• Per Diem - As required

Driving Required

• No

As Rhode Island’s largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state’s premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children’s; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne’s Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island.

Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself.