Pharmacy Intern Central Operations

Yale NewHaven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health in Connecticut is seeking a Pharmacy Intern. Responsibilities include medication distribution, inventory management, and prescription processing. Candidates must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in a College of Pharmacy. Preferences for hospital pharmacy experience exist. The position requires proficiency in mathematical calculations and communication skills. Interns will have opportunities for practical experience under the supervision of licensed pharmacists.

Qualifications

• Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Pharmacy Intern in Connecticut.
• Inpatient hospital pharmacy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform drug distribution activities including accurate picking, packaging, and delivering medications.
• Process loads into Pyxis accurately and timely.
• Demonstrate proficiency in prescription processing and preparation.
• Obtain and clarify patients’ home medication lists.
• Demonstrate proficiency in IV admixture and compounding procedures.
• Maintain and draft physician order sets and billing templates.
• Assist with medication safety initiatives.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy or pre-pharmacy program

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values—integrity, patient-centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion—must guide what we do, both as individuals and professionals, every day.

As members of a High Reliability Organization (HRO), every employee should practice CHAMP behavior and strive to make patient safety a top priority. The pharmacy intern provides operational support in the processing, production, inventory, and distribution of pharmaceuticals and related products. The intern actively participates in clinical and administrative functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to augment their education and gain practical experience in their future role as a pharmacist.

Interns are encouraged to participate in educational activities within the Pharmacy Department, including journal clubs, clinical case conferences, patient case presentations, disease‑state discussions, rotations through clinical areas, shadowing a clinical specialist, and performing daily supervisory activities such as multidisciplinary rounding, order verification, drug‑information queries, and patient counseling. Interns may also complete clinical/operational projects in collaboration with pharmacy leadership and/or pharmacy residents.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• Medication Distribution
  • Perform drug distribution activities including accurate picking, packaging, and delivering medications for refill or load in Pyxis and automated dispensing cabinets (ADC) and medication storage refrigerators.
• Medication Inventory Management
  • Process loads into Pyxis accurately and timely, considering par levels, drawer location, pocket size, drug package size, and drug usage patterns to minimize potential medication errors and reduce stock‑outs and refills.
• Prescription Processing & Preparation
  • Demonstrate proficiency in prescription processing and preparation by locating and entering patient demographic information, transcribing new medication orders, processing refill requests, performing calculations to ensure proper dosage, and assisting in third‑party prescription adjudication and cost management.
• Medication History
  • Obtain and clarify patients’ home/chronic medication lists by contacting community pharmacies, extended‑care facilities, and interviewing patients and family members to ensure accurate identification of all doses and drugs, including prescription medications, OTC drugs, and complementary and alternative medications.
• Sterile/Non‑Sterile Compounding
  • Demonstrate proficiency in IV admixture and compounding procedures.
• Investigational Drug Services (IDS)
  • Maintain and draft physician order sets, billing templates, and protocol summaries when needed.
• Medication Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and Quality Assurance
  • Maintain a clean work environment and assist with medication safety initiatives.

Qualifications

High school diploma required; must be currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy program or a pre‑pharmacy program.

Inpatient hospital pharmacy experience is preferred but not required.

Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Pharmacy Intern in the state of employment (CT or RI).

Proficiency in mathematical calculations, accuracy, problem‑solving, attention to detail, and computer applications (word processing and spreadsheets). Ability to learn quickly in a fast‑paced environment, perform pharmaceutical compounding and labeling, and troubleshoot basic technology functions. Demonstrates flexibility, teamwork, and strong communication skills with customers and team members.

Physical demand: Must be available to work rotating shifts, weekends, evenings, holidays, and inclement weather. Able to lift and transport light boxes up to 50 pounds and remain on feet for the majority of the shift. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.