Psychiatric Pharmacy Intern — Acute Care & Transitions

UPMC Senior Communities; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

UPMC Senior Communities is offering a unique intern opportunity in psychiatric pharmacy within an academic medical center. You will work as part of the care team with nurses, prescribers, and social workers to support patients during hospital stays and care transitions.

The role emphasizes collaboration, ongoing learning, and the chance to expand your responsibilities as you progress through pharmacy school, with a competitive salary and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy, entering P1 year or above.
• Must possess good communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist with medication distribution and refilling automated dispensing cabinets.
• Assist pharmacist with medication review and ensuring formulary compliance.
• Participate in filling medication orders and maintaining patient profiles.
• Prepare IV admixtures/chemotherapy and controlled substance orders.
• Prepare drug information responses and medication use evaluations.

Skills

Good communication

Computer skills

Education

Enrollment in an accredited School of Pharmacy (P1 or higher)

Job description

UPMC Senior Communities is offering a unique intern opportunity in psychiatric pharmacy within an academic medical center. You will work as part of the care team with nurses, prescribers, and social workers to support patients during hospital stays and care transitions.

The role emphasizes collaboration, ongoing learning, and the chance to expand your responsibilities as you progress through pharmacy school, with a competitive salary and flexible scheduling.