Pharmacy Intern - Inpatient

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 46 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The University of Rochester is seeking a Pharmacy Intern to support medication preparation and dispensing under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642.

Applicants should have completed the first professional year of ACPE education and be eligible for the NYS intern permit. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and collaborative care with the pharmacy team.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed the first professional year of ACPE program.
• NYS intern permit on hire required or eligible for permit by NYS board.
• Foreign graduates must have equivalent training accepted by NYS Board of Pharmacy.

Responsabilités

• Prepares medication orders based on requests or recipes for pharmacist verification.
• Operates automated systems and stocks medication areas.
• Triages phone calls and handles medication requests under pharmacist supervision.
• Communicates with pharmacy staff and patients; follows safety and regulatory procedures.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Formation

First professional year of ACPE program

NYS Pharmacy Intern permit upon hire

Description du poste

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Work Shift: UR - Rotating (United States of America) Range: UR URC 208 H Compensation Range: $24.00 - $33.60 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

GENERAL PURPOSE: A pharmacy intern with a valid NYS intern permit may perform, under the supervision of a pharmacist, all of the functions of a pharmacist as delegated by law, rule, or regulation. These functions include preparing, compounding, and dispensing prescriptions and medications for patients in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations for Pharmacy practice. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepares medication orders based on requests or recipes for pharmacist verification including obtaining correct medication and quantity, packaging medications in accordance with applicable laws, completing logs where required, utilizing safety check procedures where required such as bar code scan confirmation, and assisting the pharmacists in obtaining medications from inventory areas when needed. Operates and maintains automated systems or technology Stocks medication areas appropriately, including automated systems, to meet the needs of the area based on demand. Rotates stock effectively, checking expiration dates to minimize waste and remove any expired medications from the area. Utilizes medication delivery systems efficiently, including pneumatic tube systems and hand-delivery, Utilizes effective service recovery techniques to troubleshoot and solve problems that may arise in the medication use system and communicating resolution to appropriate staff in a timely manner. Triages phone calls and handles medication requests appropriately, deferring all clinical decisions to a licensed pharmacist for follow up. Employs courtesy and uses constructive communication with pharmacy colleagues, customers, patients, and all hospital staff. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Successfully completed the first professional year of study in an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) program OR A graduate from a non-accredited program that has passed NAPLEX and been approved by the board office as eligible to apply for a limited (intern) permit. Foreign graduates must have received a determination of equivalent training and education accepted by the NYS Board of Pharmacy. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Attention to detail and excellent communication skills required. Independent judgment and decision making required. Ambitious about identifying patient care problems and does not pass on problems to the next shift without exhausting reasonable attempts at resolution and communicating progress required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

RPI - Reg Pharmacy Intern in NYS upon hire required.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and keep the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.