Pharmacy Intern - Year One

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,163 - 45,808; Part time

Job summary

The University of Washington is offering a Pharmacy Intern position aimed at Year One pharmacy students. This role involves assisting pharmacists with medication preparation, order entry, and patient service in both outpatient and inpatient pharmacy settings.

Interns will gain valuable experience while ensuring accuracy in medication handling and packaging. The position offers a pay of $28.30 per hour and is a temporary, per diem role.

Applicants must be enrolled in the UW School of Pharmacy and hold appropriate certifications.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in UW School of Pharmacy.
• Certification as a Pharmacy Technician or Intern required.
• Strong attention to detail and patient interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing and packaging medications.
• Perform certified order entry of medication orders.
• Maintain packaging records and manage inventory.

Skills

Patient assistance

Medication preparation

Order entry

Aseptic technique

Education

Current enrollment in UW School of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician certification

Tools

ScriptPro Central

Job description

Job Description

The Harborview Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Pharmacy Intern - Year One.

Work Schedule

• Per Diem
• Rotating/Variable Shifts

Position Highlights

• Assist the pharmacist in professional activities and performing assigned tasks under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist
• Engage in preparation and packaging of medication and other pharmacist related functions under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist

This opportunity is open to currently enrolled UW School of Pharmacy students, Year 1.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Outpatient Pharmacy

• Perform certified order entry of medication orders from the outpatient pharmacy computer.
  • Utilization of ScriptPro Central for filling, labeling and batching
  • Assist on-line processing of prescription orders
  • Assist patients with new and refill prescription orders
  • Pricing
  • Determination of payment mode
  • Assist patient with alternate sources of payment
• Perform charging and billing functions
  • Third-party billing
  • Collection of payments and co-payments
• Staff in satellite clinic pharmacy areas

Inpatient Pharmacy

• Package medications into single-unit packages.
• Package patient specific medications in single-unit packages.
• Maintain neat and accurate packaging records.
• Fill Ward Stock Requisition sheets for nursing units.
• Fill medications from Pyxis refill sheets for entire hospital.
• Perform certified checking of Pyxis refill and IV batches.
• Perform computer functions including label printing, charge/credit data, and order entry of prescriptions.
• Delivery of medications and IV admixtures to nursing units or other areas of the hospital.
• Prepare IV admixtures using proper aseptic technique in an accurate, efficient and timely manner.
• Maintain current aseptic technique certification.

Required Position Qualifications

• Open only to currently enrolled students in the UW School of Pharmacy.
• Certification as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacist Intern with the Washington State Board of Pharmacy.

Condition of Employment

• UW Medicine is committed to being a drug‑free workplace. We require a pre‑employment drug screen.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Range Minimum: $28.30 hourly
• Pay Range Maximum: $28.30 hourly
• Other Compensation: –
• Benefits: –
• Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
• Temporary or Regular? This is a temporary position
• FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 0.00%
• Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.