Pharmacy Student - Outpatient Pharmacy-3

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 100,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Boston is seeking a Pharmacy Student to assist in preparing and distributing medications under supervision. This part-time internship requires candidates to be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program and have completed the second year. Candidates should possess effective communication skills and a basic understanding of pharmacy practices.

Qualifications

Registration as a Pharmacy Student Intern.
0-1 years related work experience.
Basic computer skills and ability to navigate web-based applications.

Responsibilities

Prepare and distribute medications and IV solutions.
Repackaging tablets, capsules, and liquids.
Stock and check for expired medications.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills in English

Knowledge of standard pharmacy practices and policies

Ability to work collaboratively in a team

Education

Vocational or Technical training in Pharmacy

Completed 2nd year in an accredited Pharmacy degree program

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Job Type: Per Diem

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Job Summary: The Pharmacy student is under the general supervision of a Clinical Pharmacist while working. He/she is under the specific supervision of the Pharmacy Supervisors and Clinical Pharmacist Supervisors for the technical functions in the operation of the Department of Pharmacy. The primary responsibility is to prepare and distribute medications and IV solutions in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Essential Responsibilities:

Develop familiarity with medications: generic and trade names, methods of administration, usual dosages, and conversion between metric and apothecary systems. Distribute medications using automated dispensing cabinetry, monitor discharge and transfer lists, and handle bins appropriately. Deliver medications with proper labels.
Repackage tablets, capsules, and liquids, operate re-packaging machinery, and assign expiration dates per policy. Handle controlled substances and investigational drugs. Prepare topical and irrigation solutions.
Restock floor stock and automated dispensing cabinetry. Check for expired medications and maintain stock levels in the pharmacy and satellite units.
Prepare and assemble drugs and solutions for compounding, including aseptic preparation of parenteral admixtures in laminar flow hoods.
Refill OR kits, prepare related items using aseptic technique, and maintain OR pharmacy stock. Complete all related documentation.

Required Qualifications:

Vocational or Technical training in Pharmacy, with completed 2nd year in an accredited Pharmacy degree program.
Registration as a Pharmacy Student Intern.
0-1 years related work experience.
Must be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy degree program and have completed year 2.
Basic computer skills and ability to navigate web-based applications.

Competencies:

Effective written and oral communication skills in English.
Knowledge of standard pharmacy practices and policies.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team and demonstrate customer service skills.

Physical Nature of the Job: Light work, exerting up to 20 pounds frequently, with periods of standing and mobility within the hospital campus.

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires all staff to be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 staff making a difference in patient care. Your skills and compassion can help us grow stronger.

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