Pharmacy Intern — Mason Service Center — PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Mason, Ohio is seeking a Pharmacy Intern for the Mason Service Center. This entry-level position allows you to develop your pharmacy skills under the supervision of a clinical pharmacist. Responsibilities include conducting medication history interviews, counseling patients, and monitoring therapy patterns.

The ideal candidate is enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program and must hold an active State Board of Pharmacy intern licensure. Join us for competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have Pharmacy Intern Licensure from the State Board of Pharmacy.
• Experience with medication history interviews and counseling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform medication history interviews and counseling.
• Monitor medication therapies and interpret lab values.
• Develop appropriate therapeutic plans and document in the electronic record.

Skills

Knowledge of pharmacy work routines

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy

Job description

About Mercy Health

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Position

Pharmacy Intern — Mason Service Center — PRN

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Intern is an entry-level position and duties are designed to develop the knowledge base and competency level while performing pharmacy functions under the direct supervision of a clinical pharmacist. Functions performed as a Pharmacy Intern include, but are not limited to: interdisciplinary patient care rounds, admission medication history, medication counseling, and patient education, drug information, drug dosing, drug preparation, and drug distribution. In addition, the Pharmacy Intern will serve as a preceptor for student pharmacists, participate in educational experiences, and engage in scholarship.

Essential Functions

• Perform medication history interviews, first dose teaching, food-drug interaction counseling, discharge counseling, assessment of education, and adherence


• Counsel patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and devices


• Monitor medication therapies through performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring drug regimens are consistent with medication use guidelines and protocols


• Develop and recommend appropriate therapeutic plans, identify and resolve drug-related problems, communicate to other health care team members, follow-through, and document in the electronic record


• Retrieve, evaluate and provide drug information to health care providers, answering general and patient-specific drug information questions


• Other duties as assigned

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (required)


• Currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy with an active board of pharmacy intern licensure (required)

Licensure/Certification

• Pharmacy Intern Licensure – State Board of Pharmacy (required)

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of pharmacy work routines, procedures, materials, and/or equivalent is required


• Analytical skills required to maintain records, prepare drugs, and recognize common computer errors


• Interpersonal skills are required to interact with nursing, pharmacy, and other support staff and patients to obtain, verify and exchange information

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)


• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts


• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders


• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]