Pharmacy Intern PRN - FS

OU Medical Center; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

OU Health Pharmacy is seeking a PRN Pharmacy Intern to assist in both inpatient and outpatient operations. You will review orders, assist with sterile preparations, input and dispense prescriptions, and support pharmacists in daily duties with emphasis on accuracy and patient safety.

This internship offers on‑the‑job training, exposure to clinical interventions, and the chance to work closely with pharmacists, nurses and physicians in OU Health’s comprehensive care system in Oklahoma City.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy or NABPLEX process.
• On-the-job training provided; no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess medication/IV orders for interactions and compatibility.
• Assess order appropriateness based on age and clinical context.
• Provide clinical interventions through communication with physicians, nurses and patients.
• Prepare intravenous admixtures under laminar flow hood with aseptic technique.
• Receive, input, fill and deliver patient prescriptions.
• Assist pharmacist on duty and answer clinical questions.
• Store and preserve biological products with proper refrigeration.

Skills

Detail oriented

Customer service

Lift 50-100 lbs

Mobility & flexibility

Pharmacology knowledge

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pharmacy college enrollment / NABPLEX process

Tools

Pharmacy management software

Job description

Position Title: Pharmacy Intern PRN - FS Department: Pharmacy

Job Description:

General Description: Under the general direction of the Pharmacy Manager, the retail pharmacy intern is responsible for performing tasks involved in the preparation and distribution of medications checked by a licensed Pharmacist while under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.
• Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
• Highly detail oriented and well organized.
• Help maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate clearly with pharmacy staff.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times, including attendance and phone etiquette.
• Responsible for reporting safety issues and errors in a timely manner to a supervisor.
• Assist the pharmacist on duty with tasks necessary for the operation of the pharmacy.

Inpatient Pharmacy Intern Responsibilities

• Reviews and assesses medication/IV orders for, but not limited to drug interactions, drug admixture incompatibilities.
• Reviews medication/IV orders for appropriateness based on; but not limited to age, expectations of patient/family and other health care providers.
• Provides clinical interventions through communication with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals and patients.
• Prepares intravenous admixtures/other sterile products under lamina flow hood utilizing aseptic technique 100% of the time.

Outpatient (Retail) Pharmacy Intern Responsibilities

• Receive and input new discharge patient medication orders into pharmacy management software.
• Complete patient prescriptions from start to finish; input, fill and/or package, and deliver.
• Under supervision of a preceptor, prepare adherence packaged discharge patient medications.
• Assist the pharmacist on duty to answer clinical questions regarding use of medications.
• Subsequent to verified order entry by a Doctor of Pharmacy, places properly packaged medication in labeled containers to be verified by a Doctor of Pharmacy.
• Weighs, measures, and mixes drugs and other medicinal compounds, and fills bottles or capsules with correct quantity and composition of preparation.
• Stores and preserves biological, vaccines, serums, and other drugs subject to deterioration, utilizing refrigeration and other methods.

General Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned

Education

High school diploma or GED required. Must be currently enrolled and in good standing with an accredited college of pharmacy approved by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy, graduated from an accredited college of pharmacy with registration pending, or in the process of satisfying internship requirements for foreign graduates taking the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NABPLEX).

Experience

None. This position allows for on-the-job training.

Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required

• Active Oklahoma licensed intern permit required.
• License must be in good standing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Customer Service oriented.
• Ability to lift 50 to 100 lbs.
• Ability to climb, crouch, bend, stoop, push, or pull.
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures associated with pharmacology.
• Good communication skills along with the ability to translate technical information into terms the general public can understand.

Current OU Health Employees

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

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