Poison Center Pharmacy Intern - Evenings & Weekends

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a Pharmacy Intern to join the Poison Center. This internship offers hands-on experience in a hospital setting for a pharmacy student, under the supervision of licensed pharmacists and toxicology nurses.

Responsibilities include answering toxicology calls, assisting with medication reviews, and completing workload documentation. The schedule requires one weekday evening (5PM–9PM) and every other weekend (8AM–4PM). Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy student in good standing, entering P1 year or higher.
• Applied for intern license within 90 days of hire.
• PA Act 34 clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Answering toxicology calls and giving recommendations to callers under the guidance of a toxicology nurse or pharmacist.
• Assists the pharmacist with medication review, including monitoring allergies and evaluating drug interactions.
• Complete clinical workload documentation by end of each scheduled shift.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Pharmacy student (P1 year+)

Job description

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a Pharmacy Intern to join the Poison Center. This internship offers hands-on experience in a hospital setting for a pharmacy student, under the supervision of licensed pharmacists and toxicology nurses.

Responsibilities include answering toxicology calls, assisting with medication reviews, and completing workload documentation. The schedule requires one weekday evening (5PM–9PM) and every other weekend (8AM–4PM). Strong communication and computer skills are essential.