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Pharmacy Intern Grad
Walgreens 4.4
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
Job Objectives Provides pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding the effective usage of medications, awareness with drug interactions and offering preventive healthcare services such as immunizations. Responsible for ensuring the proper compounding, dispensation, review and verification of prescribed medications within regulatory guidelines, company policies and procedures.
Supports the efficient workflow of the pharmacy and assists the pharmacy manager in identifying ways to optimize pharmacy financials, inventory management and enhance customer experience
Job Responsibilities/Tasks
Customer Experience
Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues in a timely manner and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
Develops strong relationships with most valuable customers by anticipating customer needs and proactively offering services. Supports efforts on enhancing customer experience by increasing focus on healthcare services (e.g. patient consultation, medication management, drug therapy reviews, and perform retail, clinical, or wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness) thereby promoting the shift of the pharmacy role from transactional to interpersonal.
Operations
Counsels patients and answers their questions regarding usage of medicine, side effects, interactions, contraindications, patient information privacy, generics, less expensive medicines, over-the-counter products, and refers to medical provider as needed to ensure medication is taken correctly, health needs addressed, and satisfaction with service.
Performs pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management. Reviews, interprets and accurately dispenses prescribed medications when necessitated by workload.
Ensures the pharmacy operates in accordance to regulations, company policies and standards. Assists pharmacy manager with establishing procedures that promotes the efficient workflow of the pharmacy including assigning roles, coordinating activities and soliciting employee suggestions. Responsible for the opening and closing of the pharmacy and shift change duties.
Ensures the use of all elements of the Good Faith Dispensing policy in conjunction with state and federal controlled substance laws when filling prescriptions. The Product Review/Retail Fill Process Pharmacist has the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that the elements of Good Faith are present.
Maintains current knowledge of information technology associated with pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, automation, StoreNET to provide support to customers as well as pharmacy staff. Proposes and implements enhancements to pharmacy systems to further promote productivity.
Ensures the accurate processing of insurance claims to resolve customer issues and prevent payment rejections. Follows-up with insurance companies as well as medical providers and participates in 3rd party audit.
Follows-up with medical providers' offices to clarify prescribed medications, dosages, refills, interactions and allergies to suggest alternative medications, and answer medical provider questions
Performs retail, clinical, and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, diabetes awareness and other preventive healthcare services.
Assists and supports the pharmacy manager in analyzing performance data including pharmacy financial, customer service, and implementation of procedures for pharmacy asset protection and inventory management. Reviews KPI's with Pharmacy Manager, Store Manager, and Healthcare Supervisor.
Develops and maintains good relationships with local medical community including physicians, nurses, and other health care providers. Participates in community outreach activities to promote the pharmacy business and further enhance growth opportunities.
Partners with Central Pharmacy Operations for customer registration, 3rd party reviews, and assists with resolving customer issues to support the Well Experience locations. In virtual environments, conducts virtual product review by following specific company procedures and guidelines (e.g. using specific photographs taken by the technicians sent electronically during the F4 process and reduce transactional tasks).
People & Performance Management
Assists the Pharmacy Manager with staff hiring and training. Reinforces the direction of Pharmacy Manager in staff performance by coaching, and providing constructive feedback, monitoring customer service, and fostering employee development.
Promotes teamwork and motivates team members by establishing expectations, monitors and recognizes progress, and fosters a shared vision.
Training & Personal Development
Maintains current knowledge and skills related to pharmacy and healthcare by reading pharmacy related journals, company publications, and communications. Maintains awareness of developments in retail and management and pursues best practices that would enhance performance
Obtains necessary certifications, education credits and training such as People Plus Learning modules as required by the Company
Seeks professional development by monitoring one's performance, solicits for constructive feedback, and leverages pharmacy manager and store manager as mentor and coach
Communications
Supports the Pharmacy Manager and Store Manager by communicating relevant corporate health and wellness services or strategy information to pharmacy staff.
Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited educational institution prior to the start date in position.
Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the respective Board of Pharmacy in the states within the district within 90 days of hire per district guidelines.
Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws.
Certified Immunizer or willing to become an immunizer within 90 days of hire.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
Preferred Qualifications
The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
$78k-138k yearly est. 60d+ ago
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Pharmacy Intern - Grad
CVS Health 4.6
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
You've invested a lot of time and energy in your education. Now you want the chance to make your mark. We offer challenging opportunities for you to learn and grow professionally. In our programs, you'll be immersed in a culture of continuous improvement, with the goal of changing health care for the better.
**Position Summary:**
At CVS Health, we are focused on transforming health care for our customers and making our company a great place to work. We help people navigate the health care system - and their personal health care - by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. Within our Retail locations, we bring this promise to life with heart every day and our Graduate Pharmacy Interns play a critical role in supporting our pharmacy teams to consistently deliver on our brand promise, while developing their own skills in preparation for increasing responsibility.
As a Graduate Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your didactic learning from pharmacy school and pharmacy practice into real-world practice to become ready for a Pharmacist role. Under the direction of your preceptor and District Leader, you will complete a comprehensive training roadmap within 120 days of graduation designed to further your knowledge of store, district, and regional operations. Through your hands-on experience, training roadmap, and time spent with leaders in your district you will deepen your understanding of patient safety and error prevention, quality assurance drug utilization review (DUR), pharmacy professional standards such as corresponding responsibility and red flag detection. While in the pharmacy, you will assist the pharmacy team to ensure that pharmacy operations run smoothly, our patients' prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and we are providing caring service that exceeds patient expectations. You will learn to operate as part of the pharmacy team through consistent application of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout your shifts and in all customer and colleague interactions, you will learn to demonstrate empathy and genuine care, and contribute to a safe and inclusive culture where all people feel valued and empowered.
As tenure and readiness increase, you will take on greater accountability for supporting the management, oversight, and operations within the pharmacy, including but not limited to:
+ Living our purpose by following all company SOPs at each workstation to help our Pharmacists and Technicians manage and improve patient health
+ Following pharmacy workflow procedures at each pharmacy workstation (i.e., production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off) for safe and accurate prescription fulfillment
+ Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care: creating heartfelt and personalized moments while serving patients at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone; keeping patients healthy by offering immunizations and other services at the register and over the phone; and demonstrating compassionate care by solving or escalating patient problems
+ Offering to counsel, fielding medical questions, and soliciting information on a patient's medical history to provide optimal care, when appropriate under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist
+ Taking telephonic prescriptions from the prescriber, and calling the prescriber to clarify prescriptions or facilitate medication changes, where allowed by state regulation
+ Maintaining the highest level of self-awareness and providing in-the-moment coaching, training, and mentoring to pharmacy team members while sharing best practices
+ Completing basic inventory activities, as permitted by law, and as directed by the pharmacy leadership team, such as accurately putting away medication deliveries and completing cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, waiting bin inventories, etc.
+ Contributing to a high-performing team, embracing a growth mindset, and being receptive to feedback; actively seeking opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge needed to better assist patients
+ Remaining flexible for both scheduling and business needs, while contributing to a safe, inclusive, and engaging team dynamic; voluntarily traveling to stores in the market to work shifts as needed by the business
+ Understanding and complying with all relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles. Complying with CVS policies and procedures to ensure patient safety, compliance with controlled substance dispensing and recordkeeping, and to protect patient privacy and security
+ Delivering additional patient health care services (e.g., immunizations, point-of-care testing, and voluntarily staffing offsite clinics), where allowable by law and supported by required training and certification
Where permissible, the Graduate Pharmacy Intern may also support immunizations, which includes the following responsibilities:
+ Completing additional licensure and training requirements, in compliance with state Board of Pharmacy regulations, to obtain Technician Immunizer status to support preparing and administering vaccines
+ Educating patients about vaccines and answering questions to obtain informed consent
+ Monitoring for, and responding to, adverse reactions; reporting adverse reaction events per public health requirements
+ Reviewing and collecting patient information; tracking and documenting for each applicable patient
**Required Qualifications:**
+ PharmD graduate of a U.S. accredited program prior to beginning the Post-Graduate Training Program at CVS Health
+ Ability to obtain required pharmacist licensure within the required timeframe, per state guidelines. Failure to obtain required Pharmacist licensure within 120 days of graduation will result in separation of employment.
+ Must possess, or be in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure as required
**Essential Functions:**
+ Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
+ Ability to complete required training within designated timeframe
+ Attention and Focus:
+ Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time
+ Ability to pivot quickly from one task to another to meet patient and business needs
+ Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy, ensuring patient safety
+ Customer Service and Team Orientation:
+ Actively look for ways to help people, and do so in a friendly manner
+ Notice and understand patients' reactions, and respond appropriately
+ Communication Skills:
+ Use and understand verbal and written communication to interact with patients and colleagues
+ Utilize active listening by giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
+ Mathematical Reasoning:
+ Ability to use math to solve a problem, such as determining the total number of tablets to dispense, day's supply, and/or number of full bottles and additional bottles needed to fill a prescription
+ Problem Resolution:
+ Identifying challenging patient or colleague interactions and choosing the best course of action when faced multiple options
+ Physical Demands:
+ Be mobile and remain upright for extended periods of time
+ Lift, scan, and bag items
+ Reach overhead; stretch or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs to grasp items
+ Move fingers repetitively; picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm
+ Extend hand(s) and arm(s) multiple directions to place, move, or lift items
+ Control precision; quickly adjust machines to exact positions
+ Stoop to a considerable degree, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles to move items between low and high positions, including bending spine at the waist
+ Close visual acuity to perform activities such as: transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts
+ Occasionally lift of up to 20 lbs and/or exert up to 20 lbs. of force; Frequently lift of up to 10 lbs and/or exert up to 10 lbs. of force; Consistently lift and/or exert a negligible amount of force to move objects.
+ Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed accurately
+ Have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
+ Any additional tasks as directed by Supervisor or Manager
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ 1+ years of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
+ Ability to become immunization certified: Once state regulations are met, pharmacy interns should be striving to provide patient immunizations as this is an essential pharmacist function
+ Ability to work in home store, and across the market in other locations, to meet business needs
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$24.00 - $42.00
Whether in our pharmacies or through our health service offerings, we are pioneering a bold new approach to total health care. As health care innovators, we are making quality care affordable, accessible, simple and seamless. We await your fresh ideas, new perspectives, and the unique contributions you will make to our organization.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 07/31/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
CVS Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, including Disability/Protected Veteran - committed to diversity in the workplace.
$24-42 hourly 2d ago
Pharmacy Grad Intern (Hrly) $25,000 Sign On Bonus (2026 Grad Intern Sign On Bonus Program)
Walmart 4.6
Pharmacy internship job in Tehachapi, CA
**What you'll do...** Are you a recent pharmacy graduate looking to kickstart your career in a energetic and supportive environment? Join our pharmacy team as a Grad Intern and gain hands-on experience making a impact on our customers' health and well-being. You will learn and improve customer health and wellness, advocating for patient wellbeing in a community pharmacy setting. **About Walmart Pharmacy** Our pharmacy team operates with a focus on customer care and safety. We are dedicated to providing clinical care and ensuring compliance with all legal and company policies. As a Pharmacy Grad Intern, you will help support our team's goals and contribute to the success of our pharmacy operations. **What you'll do:**
+ Ensure confidentiality of information, documentation, and assigned records according to Company policies, and local, State, and Federal guidelines.
+ Help with processing prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) orders and purchases.
+ Deliver patient care by recognizing the patient, assessing their needs, and helping navigate clinical therapies.
+ Receive and stock merchandise/supplies from distribution centers and suppliers.
**What you'll bring:**
+ Proficiency in pharmaceutical care and implementing best practices.
+ Excellent ability to foster relationships with customers and pharmacy team.
+ Capability to cater to individual patient needs.
+ Enthusiasm for participating in community activities, outreach, and events.
+ Commitment to following HIPAA and PHI guidelines.
+ Manage inventory and maintain the pharmacy area.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process. **Your Career Journey at Walmart** At Walmart, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us as recruiters: We'll reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in "@walmart.com." or "@samsclub.com". All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: ************************** . There is no cost or payment required to apply or be considered for a position. If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity. Thank you for exploring opportunities at Walmart! #LI-EW1 At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see ******************************* . Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart (************************* .
The hourly wage range for this position is $18.00 - $37.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
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**Minimum Qualifications...**
_Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications._
Minimum Qualifications: Enrolled in final year at an accredited Pharmacy school.
**Preferred Qualifications...**
_Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications._
Bachelors: Science
Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certification - Certification
**Primary Location...**
400 Tucker Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561-0000, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
$18-37 hourly 60d+ ago
Pharmacist
Family Healthcare Network 4.2
Pharmacy internship job in Porterville, CA
Primary Accountability
The Pharmacist is responsible for performing various functions related to the Pharmacy Department.
Description of Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for performing functions related to the Pharmacy Department.
Receives prescription orders from providers.
Verifies patient specific information and reviews/enters data into the pharmacy practice management system.
Process labels for new and refill medications.
Evaluates, selects, procures, and distributes prescriptions to patients.
Conducts Drug Utilization Review (DUR) and make suggestions for appropriate alternative medication to providers for patient safety.
Consults with patients and providers to ensure the proper prescription is dispensed.
Provides patient counseling and professional consultation.
Maintains daily and weekly reports.
Completes third party rejections.
Oversees cash register operations and verifies daily deposits.
Monitors pharmacy security and day to day pharmacy operations.
Fills schedule II prescriptions and maintains perpetual inventory log.
Transfers prescriptions to other pharmacies as per patient request and documents on original prescription.
Monitors prescriptions in will call area and performs return to stock (RTS).
Responsible for maintaining prescription medication inventory levels.
Orders medications through software system.
Verifies merchandise against invoices upon delivery from vendors. Controlled medications to be counted and verified to match invoices.
Return outdated/expired, damaged, over stock, and recalled merchandise for credit and proper disposal.
Responsible for performing Medication Management Therapy for clinic patients per clinical protocols.
Responsible for functioning as a Pharmacist-In-Charge in the absence of designated Pharmacist-In-Charge (PIC).
Ensures Pharmacy compliance with all state and federal regulations as well as Family HealthCare Network policies.
Functions as a Pharmacy Tech or Pharmacy Clerk, as directed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Description of Primary Attributes
Professional & Technical Knowledge:
Performance of the duties and responsibilities of the job requires the equivalent of extensive formal training in Pharmacy studies, including an understanding of the application of the theory and practices of the profession to the operations of the organization, usually in the form of a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
Technical Skills:
Ability to create highly complex documents in Microsoft Word, including linking multiple files and embedding objects linked to other documents.
Ability to use advanced functions of Microsoft Excel, such as to create and manage databases, including creating standardized reports, or link multiple worksheets and workbooks.
Ability to develop sophisticated presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint, including the use of embedded objects, transitions and other elements.
Licenses & Certifications: Licensed in the state of California as a Pharmacist.
Communications Skills:
Requires the employee to effectively communicate their professional opinions and extrapolations of information they collect and synthesize/analyze.
Employees must determine appropriate methods of communicating information through the use of tables, graphs, charts and other visual forms.
Duties require the preparation and execution of presentations to large groups.
Physical Demands: The physical demands here in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand or walk and use repetitive hand movement to type and grasp. The employee is frequently required to sit, and reach above and below shoulder height; the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Pay Scale:
$67.99 - $106.10 + PLUS SIGNIFICANT EARNING POTENTIAL + Relocation Assistance + paid CME + Extra Shift pay. Generous health and wellness benefits and retirement packages also offered.
$68-106.1 hourly Auto-Apply 23d ago
Pharmacist
Trinitas Human Capital Solutions
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
At our Hospital, we take immense pride in our Promise of taking care of our Healthcare Staff and our Patients. Joining our family of organizations means you'll receive unwavering support in your career, regardless of your role, as we walk alongside you to enable your capacity to care for others. Our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace values diversity, ensuring that every individual is essential, heard, and respected, while offering best-in-class benefits. Together, our dedicated caregivers extend their expertise across many Hospitals, and a comprehensive range of health and social services. As a comprehensive healthcare organization, we strive to serve more people, advancing best practices and upholding our tradition of over 100 years in serving the needs of the poor and vulnerable.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and licensed Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. As a Pharmacist, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe and effective medication management for our patients. Your expertise in pharmaceuticals, drug interactions, and patient counseling will be instrumental in optimizing medication therapies and promoting positive health outcomes. With a focus on patient safety and medication accuracy, you will be an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to our community.
Responsibilities:
Medication Dispensing and Verification:
Review and dispense prescribed medications accurately, ensuring the correct dosage and appropriate drug interactions.
Verify medication orders for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to established protocols.
Medication Therapy Management:
Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapies and resolve any medication-related issues.
Monitor patients' responses to medications and adjust dosages as necessary to achieve desired therapeutic outcomes.
Patient Counseling and Education:
Provide comprehensive medication counseling to patients, explaining medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
Educate patients on proper medication adherence and management to promote medication safety and compliance.
Medication Inventory Management:
Oversee medication inventory, ensuring appropriate stock levels and proper storage conditions.
Order and restock medications as needed, adhering to pharmacy regulations and guidelines.
Pharmacy Compliance and Regulatory Responsibilities:
Maintain compliance with all state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations, and best practices.
Participate in quality assurance programs and medication error reporting to improve patient safety.
Drug Utilization Review:
Perform drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug-related problems and recommend appropriate interventions.
Working Environment: As a Pharmacist, you will work in a hospital, retail pharmacy, or other healthcare settings. The role may involve daytime hours with occasional weekend shifts to accommodate patient needs. Your dedication to patient safety, medication accuracy, and comprehensive pharmaceutical care will contribute to the overall health and well-being of our community.
Join our team of healthcare professionals and make a significant impact on patient health and medication management. Apply now and be part of our mission to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care and promote positive patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited pharmacy program.
Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state.
Solid knowledge of pharmaceuticals, drug interactions, and medication management.
Excellent communication and counseling skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare providers.
Attention to detail and strong analytical skills to ensure medication accuracy.
Empathy, compassion, and a patient-centered approach to care.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on current pharmacy practices.
Additional Information
Benefits:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurances and AD&D
Disability benefits
401(k) plan
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
$143k-188k yearly est. 3d ago
Pharmacist
Common Spirit
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
Job Summary and Responsibilities Provides a quality level of comprehensive clinical pharmaceutical services demonstrating sound judgment based upon knowledge and application of professional, departmental, and organizational principles and standards. Demonstrates an ability to coordinate subordinate activities by providing
direction and guidance concerning the operational activities of the department.
* Demonstrates ability to document clinical activities and interventions such as consults, patient teachings and other patient specific information as defined by policy and procedure.
* Interprets medication orders and/or prescriptions for drug interactions, appropriate drug selection and appropriateness. Accurately enters / verifies the order or prescription into the computer system, labels, and dispenses medications in a timely manner.
* Verifies and checks medications prepared by other pharmacy personnel.
* Communicates drug information to patients and health professionals. Resolves drug related problems by consulting with other health care professionals to achieve appropriate patient outcomes. Unclear orders written by a licensed provider are clarified with the licensed provider. Assists the licensed provider in
appropriate drug selection and therapeutic regimens.
* Achieves and maintains an adequate basic knowledge base to provide clinical services for all age groups
served. Provides basic clinical services as required by policy and procedure.
* Maintains a working knowledge of automated systems
* Responsible for technician activities, performance, provides direction and guidance as needed.
* Participates in the orientation, instruction and training of pharmacy students and interns, pharmacy technicians, residents, pharmacists and other health professionals. May serve as the Residency Program Director or Coordinator if applicable to their location.
* Performs duties in documented accordance with requirements of all regulatory and governing bodies.
* Completing mandatory education from a system and department level as appropriate.
* Provides patient counseling and drug information and documentation as appropriate.
* Completes other duties as they are assigned within the scope of their licensure as requested.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
* Current license as a registered Pharmacist in the State of California and BLS required
* Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
Preferred Qualifications:
* ACLS preferred
Special Skills:
* Must possess strong knowledge of Pharmacy Services
* Knowledgeable and skilled in current practice concepts of pharmacy practice settings
* Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards
* Strong project management skills
* Good strategic planning skills
* Strong change management skills
* Must demonstrate personal traits of a high level of motivation, team orientation, professionalism, trust, and place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.
Where You'll Work
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital includes 385 general acute beds, 48 licensed critical care beds, 13 state-of-the-art surgical suites, and a full-service Emergency Department with an Accredited Chest Pain Center and Nationally Certified Stroke Center. In addition, we offer a beautiful Family Care and Birthing Center, the Lauren Small Children's Center including the area's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Family Care Center, a Level II NICU, the Sarvanand Heart, and Brain Center with Kern County's first Bi-Plane Interventional Suite, the Center for Wound Care and Hyperbarics, and many more services. Memorial Hospital is a Children's Miracle Network Hospital and is home to the Bakersfield Ronald McDonald House. Memorial Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1956. Click here to learn more about Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
One Community. One Mission. One California
$143k-188k yearly est. 3d ago
Pharmacist
Commonspirit Health
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
Where You'll Work
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital includes 385 general acute beds, 48 licensed critical care beds, 13 state-of-the-art surgical suites, and a full-service Emergency Department with an Accredited Chest Pain Center and Nationally Certified Stroke Center. In addition, we offer a beautiful Family Care and Birthing Center, the Lauren Small Children's Center including the area's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Family Care Center, a Level II NICU, the Sarvanand Heart, and Brain Center with Kern County's first Bi-Plane Interventional Suite, the Center for Wound Care and Hyperbarics, and many more services. Memorial Hospital is a Children's Miracle Network Hospital and is home to the Bakersfield Ronald McDonald House. Memorial Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1956. Click here to learn more about Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Provides a quality level of comprehensive clinical pharmaceutical services demonstrating sound judgment based upon knowledge and application of professional, departmental, and organizational principles and standards. Demonstrates an ability to coordinate subordinate activities by providing
direction and guidance concerning the operational activities of the department.
-Demonstrates ability to document clinical activities and interventions such as consults, patient teachings and other patient specific information as defined by policy and procedure.
-Interprets medication orders and/or prescriptions for drug interactions, appropriate drug selection and appropriateness. Accurately enters / verifies the order or prescription into the computer system, labels, and dispenses medications in a timely manner.
-Verifies and checks medications prepared by other pharmacy personnel.
-Communicates drug information to patients and health professionals. Resolves drug related problems by consulting with other health care professionals to achieve appropriate patient outcomes. Unclear orders written by a licensed provider are clarified with the licensed provider. Assists the licensed provider in
appropriate drug selection and therapeutic regimens.
-Achieves and maintains an adequate basic knowledge base to provide clinical services for all age groups
served. Provides basic clinical services as required by policy and procedure.
-Maintains a working knowledge of automated systems
-Responsible for technician activities, performance, provides direction and guidance as needed.
-Participates in the orientation, instruction and training of pharmacy students and interns, pharmacy technicians, residents, pharmacists and other health professionals. May serve as the Residency Program Director or Coordinator if applicable to their location.
-Performs duties in documented accordance with requirements of all regulatory and governing bodies.
-Completing mandatory education from a system and department level as appropriate.
-Provides patient counseling and drug information and documentation as appropriate.
-Completes other duties as they are assigned within the scope of their licensure as requested.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Current license as a registered Pharmacist in the State of California and BLS required
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
Preferred Qualifications:
ACLS preferred
Special Skills:
Must possess strong knowledge of Pharmacy Services
Knowledgeable and skilled in current practice concepts of pharmacy practice settings
Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards
Strong project management skills
Good strategic planning skills
Strong change management skills
Must demonstrate personal traits of a high level of motivation, team orientation, professionalism, trust, and place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.
$143k-188k yearly est. Auto-Apply 2d ago
Pharmacist
Healthcare Support Staffing
Pharmacy internship job in Porterville, CA
HealthCare Support Staffing, Inc. (HSS), is a proven industry-leading national healthcare recruiting and staffing firm. HSS has a proven history of placing talented healthcare professionals in clinical and non-clinical positions with some of the largest and most prestigious healthcare facilities including: Fortune 100 Health Plans, Mail Order Pharmacies, Medical Billing Centers, Hospitals, Laboratories, Surgery Centers, Private Practices, and many other healthcare facilities throughout the United States. HealthCare Support Staffing maintains strong relationships with top providers in healthcare and can assure healthcare professionals they will receive fast access to great career opportunities that best fit their expertise. Connect with one of our Professional Recruiting Consultants today to see how a conversation can turn into a long-lasting and rewarding career!
Job Description
Seeking an experienced Pharmacist in the Porterville, California area who is looking for a new opportunity with a prestigious healthcare company.
Candidate will be working at the hospital's in house pharmacy during the AM shift. Under the direction of the Pharmacy Director and/or the Assistant Pharmacy Director, assures safe and timely preparation and delivery of pharmaceuticals to patients and employees of the Hospital. Is responsible for the assessment, treatment or care appropriate to the ages of the patients served: i.e. Neo-Nate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric. Demonstrates the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient's needs; possesses knowledge of growth and development; and has an understanding of the range of treatment needed for these patient groups. Provides requested information about drugs to physicians and other Hospital personnel.
Qualifications
CaliforniaPharmacist License Required
Acute care or Hospital inpatient experience preferred, but not required
Meditech experience is a plus
Additional Information
Interested in being considered?
If you are interested in applying to this position, please contact Heather Dumet @ 407-636-7030 x 233 and email your updated resume to hdumet@healthcaresupport. com and click the Green I'm Interested Button to email your resume.
$144k-190k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Per Diem Pharmacist
Omni Family Health 4.1
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
The Position is responsible in the operation of a facility. An individual in this Position will be expected to perfonn additional jobs related responsibilities and duties as assigned and/or as necessary
Ensure compliance with OFH and legal policies, procedures, and regulations for assigned areas by analyzing and interpreting reports, implementing and monitoring loss prevention and safety controls, overseeing safety, operational, and quality assurance reviews, developing and implementing action plans, and providing direction and guidance on executing organization programs and strategic initiatives.
Oversees the implementation of and participation in community outreach programs and encourages associates to serve as a good member of the community
Ensures confidentiality of information, documentation, and assigned records as required by organization policies, and local, state and federal guidelines.
Models, enforces and provides direction and guidance to associates on proper patient service approaches and techniques to ensure patients' needs, complains, and issues are. successfully resolved within the organization guidelines and standards.
With the support of the Pharmacy Administrator and compliance team by preparing that the pharmacy is in compliance for any HRSA, OSV, OPA, County, and Joint Commissions audits or any additional type of audit or review.
Ensuring hazardous waste and expired medications are being treated accordingly with the local, State and Federal Regulations
Fills health center-used medication and med rooms. Fills home delivery orders in a timely manner to ensure prompt care to patients' health needs.
Process returning non picked up prescriptions to stock are being done in a timely manner ensuring inhibition of any third-party insurance fraud.
Providing patient care to patients by processing and accurately dispensing orders, administering immunizations, counseling patients and maintaining confidential information, controlled medication and required documentation.
The Per Diem pharmacist will follow all pharmacy and therapeutics committees' policies, procedures and formulary decisions, and will follow any protocols that facilitate the prescription refills approvals to ensure no disruption of patient care
Ensures compliance with any State approved programs that maximizes pharmacist clinical roles upon Physicians' Standing orders or collaborative agreement.
Network internally and externally, builds trusting, collaborative relationships and alliances with others, inside and outside of the organization. Relates to others in an accepting and respectful manner, regardless of their organizational level, personality or background. Promotes a team-based work environment that respects, embraces, and values diversity in others
Ordering, receiving and accounting for medication in accordance with generally accepted practices and corporate policies, when applicable.
Responsible for review of expiration dates and removal and return of medication near expiration to manufacturers or suppliers as usually and customarily accepted.
Communicates effectively with Pharmacy manager and Director of Pharmacy about available shifts to cover at any of Omni Pharmacies
Responsible for performing other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor. Additional duties may be verbal or written.
Additional Duties:
HIPAA compliance - Responsible for maintaining abreast of and in compliance with all HIPAA regulations and requirements. Treats all member information confidential.
IT - Required to learn and use the Electronic Health Record and Practice Management System and its components. As required by the job functions and highlighted in the Policies and Procedures. These components include NextGen, PMS, QSI and other electronic features, as they are developed and implemented, as applicable to work environment.
All employees will participate in Patient Centered Health Home Model at Omni Family Health.
Qualifications, Education, and Experience:
EDUCATION:
Completion of accredited pharmacy program with certification/degree.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Minimum 1 year of pharmacy related experience preferred.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
Must have a valid, active California pharmacy license.
CPR certified.
Skill's:
Must have an interest in working in a community health center setting.
Completion of ACPE accredited immunization training program when needed.
Basic Typing Skills
Basic typing skills.
Promote and believe in OFH mission statement.
Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religious and economic status.
Basic computer skills with ability to enter and locate intonation on computer
Ability to present information to small or large groups and individuals.
Effectively communicates in person or by using telecommunication equipment.
Ability to create documents, enter data into spreadsheets, and generate/write memorandum, notices, and reports.
Visually inspects equipment to ensure good working order.
Moves through narrow, confined spaces such as stacks of merchandise or supplies, storage areas, and closets.Responsible to: Pharmacy Manager and/or Pharmacy Director Classification: Per-Diem; Non Exempt position
$127k-163k yearly est. Auto-Apply 53d ago
Pharmacist
Good Samaritan Hospital Ca 4.4
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
Staff pharmacists shall comply with all applicable Hospital policies, procedures, codes and standards. A staff pharmacist may, in the absence of the Director of Pharmacy, be required to perform essential duties of the Director of Pharmacy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Compounds, prepares, mixes, manufacturers and dispenses medications, drugs and solutions, sees to it that assay and quality control procedures are carried out when necessary. Dispenses controlled substances, maintains the appropriate control forms, may provide narcotic information, and consultation to physicians and other health professionals. Assists in training pharmacy students by supervising and providing information.
Provides information regarding drugs for all personnel and staff through the direction of the Director of Pharmacy, implements decisions of the P&T Committee. Prepares parenteral medications manufactured in the Hospital including IV admixtures, IVPB's when needed, supervises IV technician while he/she prepares the IV's. Maintains and controls stock of pharmaceuticals in the pharmacy and on the floors, including antidotes and emergency drugs, under proper storage, replenishes shelf stock after applying pricing data.
Maintains legally required prescription files and records of drugs used, dispensed and/or manufactured, also prepares reports as needed. Fills and labels cart cassettes, if needed. Participates in providing information to patients regarding their drug histories for possible allergies and interactions when requested. Maintains a drug information file for the Hospital.
Establishes specifications for procurement of drugs and biologicals. Participates in developing the Hospital Formulary. Enters all orders from the Hospital floors into the computer to generate appropriate labels and charges for all inpatients, used, dispensed and/or manufactured, also prepares reports as needed. Monitors drug therapy for contraindications, incompatibilities, allergies and dosing errors.
Also supplemental and complemental information regarding these subjects. Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and pharmacy policies. Provides drug information to the Hospital professional staff and patients as necessary. Participates in educational programs provided for the Hospital's professional staff. Participates in pharmacy orientation programs, pharmacy staff meetings, and in-service educational programs.
Requirements
Graduate of a college of pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE) or graduate of a foreign college of pharmacy. Currently licensed to practice pharmacy in California and one year of Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
$95k-139k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Pharmacist - Inpatient Pharmacy - Per Diem - Shift
Kern Medical 4.6
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
Kern Medical has been a community cornerstone since its founding in 1867. Today, we are an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. Kern Medical offers a range of primary, specialty, and multi-specialty services including high-risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services integrated with county mental health programs, and a growing network of outpatient clinics providing personalize patient-centered wellness care. Kern Medical cares for 15,000 inpatients and 125,000 clinic patients a year.
Per Diem employees supplement department staffing needs, with no guarantee of minimum hours.
Must be willing and available to work four (4) shifts per six (6) week scheduling period.
Position: Pharmacist - Per Diem
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This classification is the fully licensed level of professional pharmacy practice.
Essential Functions:
Compounds, prepares, mixes, manufactures and dispenses drugs, devices and biologicals for inpatient and ambulatory patients.
Reviews drug orders and prescriptions for therapeutic propriety.
Maintains patient drug profiles of drug administration.
Provides appropriate drug information and guidance to health professionals and patients.
Maintains current information regarding poisons and hazardous substances.
Prices drug prescriptions and drug orders.
Supervises the preparation of charges for pharmacy services.
Inspects and maintains inspection records of medication storage on nursing units or public health service sites.
Dispenses or supervises the dispensing of floor stock drugs to nursing units.
Supervises and prepares parenteral hyper alimentation programs.
Prepares complex parenteral solutions such as intrathecal, hyper alimentation, antibiotics and chemotherapy.
Monitors all medication labeling for full legal compliance.
Monitors systems for drug storage and distribution in outlying clinics.
Supervises work of ancillary pharmacy personnel.
Dependent upon area of practice or department assignments, demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill in the care of the newborn, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient ranging up to 100+ years of age.
Other Functions:
Participates in educational programs for health professionals.
Prepares or supervises the preparation of patient medication carts for use on nursing units.
Supervises and controls the dispensing of narcotics, hypnotics and other "controlled" drugs.
Implements automation or computerization where applicable.
Performs other duties related to the work of pharmacy practice, as assigned.
Employment Standards:
Graduation from a recognized school of Pharmacy. Possession of a valid license to practice Pharmacy issued by the California Board of Pharmacy and fulfillment of the continuing education requirements of the California Board of Pharmacy.
Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Provider certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Provider certification and competency.
Knowledge of:
Pharmaceutical mathematics, chemistry, materia medica, and pharmaceutical manufacturing methods; current laws and regulations governing the operation of a pharmacy; drug costs;
Ability to:
Prepare a wide variety of drugs and medications; communicate and work cooperatively with health professionals and the public; properly direct and supervise the work of ancillary pharmacy personnel.
Supplemental:
A background check may be required for this classification.
All Kern Medical employees are designated “Disaster Service Workers”. In the event of a disaster or civil disorder, all Kern Medical employees are to remain at work or to report to work in a safe and practicable manner.
If position responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, then possession of a current valid California Driver's License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver's license, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
$95k-140k yearly est. 5d ago
PRE-LICENSED PHARMACIST
State of California 4.5
Pharmacy internship job in Porterville, CA
An Intern Pharmacist may perform all functions of a Pharmacist at the discretion of and under the direct supervision and control of a Pharmacist whose license is in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy. Under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, the Intern Pharmacist prepares and dispenses drugs and pharmaceutical preparations; fills prescriptions; reviews patients' charts and medication regimens; participates in treatment team meetings; provides ongoing consultation to the treatment teams and the Medical Review Committee; maintains unit dose system; keeps records of drugs, poisons, and narcotics as required by Federal and State laws; properly handles investigational drugs; assists in the preparation of estimates and requisitions for the drugs, sundries and chemicals required, and keeps records of those received, on hand and dispensed.
Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three (3) percent in exchange for five (5) hours per month of the Personal Leave.
This position is not eligible for telework, this position is in person only.
Temporary state housing may be available for those relocating to fill hard to recruit positions. Housing assignments and rates will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained within the Duty Statement.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Ongoing interaction with Pharmacy Staff, Providers, Health Services Specialists, Registered Nurses, Vendors, Program and Unit Staff. Maintain drug supply, inventory, stocking, picking unit doses, packaging, pickup and delivery of drugs, and computer data entry. The competency will be assessed continuously.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
* PRE-LICENSED PHARMACIST
Additional Documents
* Job Application Package Checklist
* Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-468015
Position #(s):
************-901
Working Title:
Intern Pharmacist
Classification:
PRE-LICENSED PHARMACIST
$6,320.00 - $7,537.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Tulare County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
9 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Department Information
The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Contact Information for Porterville Developmental Center is:
Porterville Developmental Center
HR/Recruitment and Exams
P.O. Box 2000
Porterville, CA 93258
************** or **************
Contact Evangelina Valle or Chelsea Candido for questions specific to the essential functions of the position only.
Special Requirements
* The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
* The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
* The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.
Submit a completed standard state application (STD. 678), a copy of degree/transcripts, Intern Pharmacist license, and proof of application as a candidate with the California State Board of Pharmacy to take the Pharmacist licensure examination by the final filing date. Applications submitted for vacancies must include the Position Title and Position Number in the Job Title Section and MUST be signed and dated. Applicants should indicate on their application, in the job title section, the type of eligibility they currently possess and which qualifies them to apply at this time. In the "Employment History" section of the application you must list your current employment history by providing the To and From dates with the month, day and year, the hours per week that you worked, which should be a whole number and not a range and the Total Worked (years/months). You must complete the Duties Performed section on the application. Applications with "see resume" are not acceptable. Applications received without all of this information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documents will not be considered in the selection process. Surplus applicants must attach a copy of their surplus letter. Applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Personnel Office at the Porterville Developmental Center or completed and downloaded from the website indicated below. NOTE: All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), and Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further Information on the definition of the above may be found on the California State Department of Human Resources website at *****************
* If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment. Note: All foreign transcripts MUST be accompanied by a third party academic credential evaluation.
* Foreign Degrees or Transcripts - Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. PDC accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the services listed on these webpages:
* NACES | Credentials Evaluations Provided by NACES Members
* Evaluation Service Providers - Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. (aice-eval.org)
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at ********************** When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center
Attn: HR/Recruitment and Examinations
P.O. Box 2000
Porterville, CA 93258
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center
Porterville Developmental Center
HR/Recruitment and Examinations
Porterville Developmental Center
26501 Ave 140
Porterville, CA 93257
Administration Building, Room 64 (non-operational on weekends and holidays)
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
* Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at ********************** All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
* Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
* Other -
* Proof of registration as an Intern with the California State Board of Pharmacy
* Proof of application as a candidate with the California State Board of Pharmacy to take the Pharmacist licensure examination
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits
As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.
Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below:
California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary
2025 CalPERS Health Benefit Summary
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Evangelina Valle
**************
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Hiring Unit Contact:
Chelsea Candido
**************
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Kerrie Sawyer
**************
California Relay Service: ************** (TTY), ************** (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Confidential Information
Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts.
Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.
Cutoff Dates
Applications are being accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. The first cutoff date will be 04/04/2025 with cutoff's every month thereafter and may be processed as conditions warrant to meet hiring needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
$35k-48k yearly est. 22d ago
Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern
CVS Health 4.6
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
You've invested a lot of time and energy in your education. Now you want the chance to make your mark. We offer challenging opportunities for you to learn and grow professionally. In our programs, you'll be immersed in a culture of continuous improvement, with the goal of changing health care for the better.
Job Purpose and Summary:Health is everything.
At CVS Health, colleagues are committed to increasing access, lowering costs, and improving quality of care.
Millions of times a day, we help people on their path to better health - from advising on prescriptions to helping manage chronic and specialty conditions.
As a Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduate, you will be on the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients.
After successfully passing FPGEE and TOEFL, you will be eligible to apply into this role to complete your required US Internship hours that build upon your Pharmacist education to develop your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You will complete a mixed modality learning plan including a curated learning experience that will utilize your pharmacy knowledge and skills.
Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduates are required to successfully complete their internship within 18 months and will be skilled in diverse patient care, practice management, leadership, and education, and will be prepared to complete and pass all required Pharmacist licensure exams and processes within 120-days of the completion of required US Internship hours.
While working as a Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduate, under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, you play a critical role in ensuring a safe and effective Retail Pharmacy work environment that delivers exceptional care to each patient.
This includes but is not limited to:Patient SafetyPharmacy Professional PracticeRegulatory RequirementsQuality AssuranceCustomer ServiceInventory ManagementWorkflow Management excluding final prescription verificationA key component of the Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduate role is keeping your customers and patients healthy through adoption and management of patient care programs.
Additionally, you will:Lead with Heart - display empathy and compassion for your patients, customers, caregivers, and colleagues on your team Support your Pharmacy manager in motivating, inspiring, and developing their Pharmacy Support Staff by balancing assignments that maximize colleagues' strengths, address development opportunities, and decrease knowledge gaps Identify critical business opportunities and meaningful solutions to drive growth and improve performance in your pharmacy and work toward successfully implementing those solutions by leading your team to achieve specified goals Adapt to change and adjust plans to thrive in a dynamic community healthcare setting Seek new ways to grow, collaborate with others, and deliver better outcomes Align others around our purpose to bring your heart to every moment of your health and gain support and commitment Facilitate a 'team' culture that promotes caring, energy, enthusiasm, and pride Apply acquired knowledge to help drive healthy outcomes and differentiate CVS from competitors Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities:Customer ServiceGreet each customer in a courteous and professional manner both in-store and at the drive thru window Assist all pharmacy and front store customers with their questions and concerns Answer telephone with a warm and friendly greeting Request additional help and work with others to find solutions when needed to maximize customer satisfaction Remove obstacles to make customers' experiences easier when possible Perform approved register transactions including cash, check and charge, bagging merchandise upon completion of sale Engage with customers and seek ways to create heartfelt, personalized moments during their visits RegulatoryMaintain customer/patient confidentiality according to HIPAA and company standards Communicate with customer/patient while protecting their confidential drug information Comply with all federal and state laws, rules, and regulations Comply with all CVS policy and standard operations procedures (SOPs) at all times Meet requirements for state and federal licensure within an appropriate timeframe Pharmacy OperationsAdhere to CVS workflow and ensure standards are maintained at all times Process prescriptions including translation of SIG codes, product selection, counting and measuring drugs, capping, and uncapping vials and bottles; labeling all prescriptions Resolve third party rejections and complete any manual claim forms Perform all prescription pick-up procedures, in adherence of CVS policy and procedures Access, input and retrieve any necessary information to/from the workstation Maintain in-stock by ensuring all inventory management policies and procedures are followed utilizing appropriate report(s) to maintain replenishment as needed Assist with putting away drug orders (except Clls) as permitted by law Deliver additional health care services as allowable by state regulation, individual certification, and as directed by pharmacy leadership team, including but not limited to point-of-care and/or swab-and-send testing, immunization preparation and/or delivery, etc.
Support supervising pharmacist in furtherance of dispensing drugs, reviewing prescriptions, and monitoring compliance.
Counseling under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist:Offer to counsel and direct customer to pharmacist if necessary Field any medical questions when appropriate Communicate and interact with all healthcare professionals to provide optimal care When applicable, solicit information on a customer's medical history to give appropriate medical advice Practice and develop duties performed by pharmacists according to law LeadershipCommunicate with Field Management and Corporate as needed Participate in all required store operational meetings Support maintaining a clean, organized, and professional pharmacy department, according to CVS standards Support scheduling activities according to the needs of the business and workflow model Coordinate/implement the training and development of Pharmacy Support StaffRecognize others and celebrate success Complete all required training programs Education: Indicate the amount of education TYPICALLY required to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.
RequiredHigh School Diploma or General Equivalent Development (GED) Doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent Pharmacist degree from a Non-US accredited school of pharmacy Other License(s): active Pharmacy Intern license in state where district is located PreferredOther Certification(s): Eligibility to immunize Prior Relevant Work Experience: Indicate the amount of prior RELATED work experience TYPICALLY required to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.
Required - 0 to 3 years Preferred - 3 to 5 years Essential Qualifications, Essential Functions & Preferred Qualifications: Essential Qualifications and Functions:Foreign Graduate from a Non-US Accredited college or school of pharmacy prior to beginning Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduate Training Program at CVSPharmacist licensure in the state in which the position is based within 120 days of completion of US Intern hours.
Failure to complete required US Intern hours within 18 months or obtain Pharmacist licensure as prescribed will result in the colleague being removed from role and separation of employment.
Strong communication and presentation skills Skill In:Results OrientationColleague EngagementActive ListeningCustomer and Community EngagementConsumer BehaviorNegotiation and Conflict ResolutionPatient CounselingEmotional IntelligenceTime ManagementDigital LiteracyAbility To: Have regular and predictable attendance including nights and weekends Complete any additional tasks as directed by supervisor or manager Complete all required training and obtain required licensure (if applicable) within guidelines Lift and exert up to 20 lbs.
of force occasionally, up to 10 lbs.
of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force regularly to move objects to and from, including overhead lifting Preferred Qualifications:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
) Once state regulations are met, Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduates are expected to immunize as this is an essential pharmacist function Our diverse work experience empowers colleagues for career success.
In addition to skill and experience, we attract and retain colleagues whose beliefs and behaviors are in alignment with our core values of collaboration, innovation, caring, integrity and accountability.
CVS Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Gender/Race/Ethnicity/Disability/Protected Veteran - we highly value and are committed to all forms of diversity in the workplace.
We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for CVS Health job opportunities.
We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO IS THE LAW and EEO IS THE LAW SUPPLEMENT.
We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you require assistance to apply for or perform this job, please contact our Advice and Counsel Reasonable Accommodations team at AdviceCounsel@cvshealth.
com.
Pay RangeThe typical pay range for this role is: $32.
50 - $42.
00 Whether in our pharmacies or through our health service offerings, we are pioneering a bold new approach to total health care.
As health care innovators, we are making quality care affordable, accessible, simple and seamless.
We await your fresh ideas, new perspectives, and the unique contributions you will make to our organization.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 03/01/2026Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
$32 hourly 60d+ ago
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens 4.4
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
**Job Objectives** + Learn to provide the best patient experience through assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team members in accordance with state and federal regulations. + Responsible for using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
+ Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
+ Learns and champions pharmacy policy, procedures, and customer service best practices needed to perform as a future pharmacist.
**Job Responsibilities/Tasks**
Customer Experience
+ Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
+ Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
+ Develops strong relationships with customers.
Operations
+ Learn from store and pharmacy team members, field leadership, team members and customers/patients
+ Under the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy. Reviews and complies with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
+ Performs duties as assigned and supervised by the pharmacist in accordance with Walgreens standard operating procedures for entering, third party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
+ Assists pharmacists and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care and services that are within the state scope of practice for pharmacy interns including patient counseling and other health services (i.e. blood pressure, medication therapy management).
+ Immediately reports prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
+ Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing
+ Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required. Takes customer to OTC aisle when possible to assist in locating products.
+ Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including those to physicians.
+ Assists and supports Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, such as, ordering, unpacking, checking and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals. Maintains knowledge of Company asset protection techniques, and files claims for warehouse overages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damaged goods involving Rx drugs.
+ Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat and orderly in condition and appearance.
+ Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
+ Complete special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
Training and Personal Development
+ Complete required training
+ Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy, including latest news and developments.
The following information is applicable for San Francisco, CA applicants: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
This information is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The current salary range for this position is $16.50 per hour - $25.00 per hour. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
**Job ID:** 1743188BR
**Title:** Pharmacy Intern
**Company Indicator:** Walgreens
**Employment Type:** Full-time
**Job Function:** Retail
**Full Store Address:** 2323 16TH ST,BAKERSFIELD,CA,93301-03453-16382-S
**Full District Office Address:** 2323 16TH ST,BAKERSFIELD,CA,93301-03453-16382-S
**External Basic Qualifications:**
+ Must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program.
+ Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico).
+ Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
**Preferred Qualifications:** We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The current salary range for this position is $16.50 per hour - $25.00 per hour. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors.
**Shift:**
**Store:** 16382-BAKERSFIELDCA
$16.5-25 hourly 15d ago
Pharmacy Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital Ca 4.4
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
Under general supervision to receive, unpack and stock supplies, deliver drug orders and run errands. Under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, assists in preparation of various pharmaceutical preparations, labeling of bottles, and doing required related work consistent with their training and experience. Pharmacy technicians will not be assigned duties that by law must be performed only by licensed pharmacist.
III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Transportation of drugs from the pharmacy to the nursing units. Unpacking and checking shipments against invoices. Stocks shelves and transports IV solutions from Pharmacy to nursing units. Maintains inventory control, files, helps assimilate statistical data, controlled substances files. Process Hospital admissions and enter necessary information either on patient profile or computer. Fills patient's medication cassettes. Records usage per current system of billing.
Checks, fills and reconciles floor stock, pulling any out of date medications. Checks shelves regularly for out of date medications. Profiles orders, being sure they are checked by a pharmacist. Fills new orders, being sure they are checked by a pharmacist. Assimilates and enters billing. Processes patient transfers and discharges.
Prepares IV and IVPB solutions under the supervision of a pharmacist. Orders medications when needed, being sure to check the current bid book to find out what company that particular drug is ordered from. Write up any medications, IV's or tubing that is not charted. Rotate stock when new stock arrives and is put away. Daily inpatient duties include reconciling patient profiles to census, creating new profiles for admits, pulling discharged patient profiles and collating for billing, transferring patients, profiling new medication and IV orders, pulling and bagging new medication orders, reconciling after hour pharmacy entries to medication orders, assuring all work is checked and signed off by a pharmacist.
Daily IV's - enters new orders into computer and runs labels for the days IV's, does IV rounds to ensure IV times are on schedule, pulls discontinued and changed IV solutions from the floor. Aseptically prepares all IV or IVPB's needed immediately. Makes rounds at least hourly, profiles new orders and prepares medications for distribution after being checked by a pharmacist. Daily billing - collates billing documents from ancillary departments, transfers patient charges to the computer, assembles and batches billing run for delivery to data processing. Delivery of medications should be delivered to patient care areas throughout the day.
Filling patient medication cassettes should be accomplished in accordance with pharmacy procedure. Daily IV rounds to be done by the person preparing the IV's when possible. The pharmacist should be aware of any deviations from therapy to include: missed administrations, rate changes, and administration times on monitored therapies. Crash carts to be done when necessary in accordance with pharmacy policy and procedures. Check for out of date medications to be done when time permits, but at least monthly.
Daily IV preparation to be done by a qualified technician, who has been signed off to perform such duty and has undergone yearly certification. Daily antibiotic review to be done by assignment and direct supervision of the Director of Pharmacy. Purchasing - maintain IV stock. Inventory and order supplies from Central Purchasing per schedule. Check want book entries against pharmacy stock levels, or specific departmental or patient orders. Assemble and prepared orders to either the pharmacy wholesaler, direct drug manufacturer, or other source as determined through the Consolidated Purchasing Contract Group.
Returns - assemble returns, obtain proper return authorization documents and package for pick up or shipment. General - maintain the pharmacy in a clean and organized manner. Coordinate with Environmental services for general housekeeping. Assist in the maintenance and organization of pharmacy files and forms. Participates in the Department's QI Plan by helping Director update plan, performs QI studies and reports as instructed by Director. Serves on the Hospital's QI Team as assigned.
Requirements
IV. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred and/or courses in physical and life sciences, and/or either a graduate of an accredited technical training institute or military training in pharmacy. Hospital pharmacy experience preferred. Must have knowledge of the metric system and the procedures and techniques involved in the administration of drugs to patients, ability to establish effective working relationships with the nurses, physicians and fellow workers.
V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Activity - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Working Hazards or Risks - potential for musculoskeletal injuries related to moving and working with files and office equipment.
OSHA Blood Borne Risk Category III.
$37k-46k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Pharmacy Technician
Omni Family Health 4.1
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
The Pharmacy Technician position is responsible for supporting and assisting the operation of the pharmacy department. This position is expected to perform additional job related responsibilities and duties throughout the facility as assigned and/or as necessary and will assist the pharmacist in inventory control of pharmacy stock, do routine clerical duties, (i.e. type memos etc.) bookkeeping duties as required, and other duties relating to the pharmacy.
Job Duties:
An individual must be able to perform successfully the essential function of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ensures that patient data and information is accurate when entering prescription data into pharmacy software by reading the prescription; translating prescription information into corresponding system codes; transcribing appropriate prescription data; and creating or modifying patient records
Supports work of the area by filling prescriptions by retrieving prescription orders; counting, pouring, measuring or weighing medication tablets, liquids and creams; mixing or reconstituting medications as needed , selecting, filling and labeling prescriptions containers; and operating scanning equipment, and/or operating dispensing systems to ensure prescription accuracy.
Ensures effective customer service by monitoring and resolving problems in the prescription fulfillment process by processing information for third party insurance claims; rescanning illegible images; alerting patients to inventory that is out of stock, partial fills, and the need for providers' authorizations on refills; and identifying situations requiring pharmacist's actions and resolution.
Supports the work of the area by processing customer purchases by operating cash registers and related hardware; approving monetary transactions; and using appropriate procedures for different payment types and items sold
Supports customer services by communicating and engaging with patients throughout the day in point of sale and in questions related to billing of insurance
Supports quality and customer services by assist the pharmacist in translating the consultation mandated by board of pharmacy by being able to communicate with majority of patients in the health center in their language.
Promotes Pharmacy services through interceptions made with patients waiting in the Clinic, and through communications with Providers, Medical Assistants and Front office clerks to ensure our patients are taking advantages of our full pharmacy services.
Supports the reputation of the department and organization by promoting and maintaining the Pharmacy's professional reputation and provides patients with pharmacy products and services in accordance with local, state, federal laws, 340B medications program requirements, HRSA and OPA regulations by assisting the pharmacist in the prescription fulfillment process
Ensures quality by maintaining the pharmacy and its merchandise; stocking and rotating merchandise and supplies from our Vendors, handling claims and returns; answering the pharmacy telephone; processing third party insurance claims; filling prior authorization forms and e-TARs; completing, maintaining and securing paperwork, forms and other documentation.
Ensures quality when checks out prescriptions from the pharmacy to the customer at pick-up area by verifying patient information according to organization policies and procedures. Marks appropriate prescriptions for pick-up; retrieving prescription bag from will-call bin; scanning security tags; gathering electronic signatures for the health insurance portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) acknowledgement and third party payer, if applicable; and using required files to log sales of restricted Pharmaceutical items.
Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, patients, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.
Supports the overall organization of the area by handling, moving, and displaying of goods in safe and correct. Reports poor inventory practices and low in-stock levels in assigned area. Uses inventory tools and equipment in safe and correct ways.
Follows safety and Security guidelines and related Laws and Regulations when handling, storing, and providing Pharmacy goods and records, and When filling prescriptions. Provides correct pharmacy information to patients or refer them to the pharmacist when unable to do so.
Supports health of patients and organization by ensuring the prevention of drug diversion and fraudulent prescriptions. Monitors pharmacy access and maintains security measures. Reports instances of potential prescription fraud and/or diversion to the pharmacist. Adheres to standard operating procedures for handling controlled substances, removing outdated merchandise, and disposing of trash.
Ensures that area meets policy and procedure expectations by prohibiting the presence of personal belongings in the Pharmacy.
Ensures that area meets departmental expectations by keeping the pharmacy neat, clean organized, and clutter free.
Maintains awareness about the abuse of amphetamine and methamphetamine and other related community health issues.
Shows care and concern when serving our patients. Asks questions in order to understand patient's needs. Uses policies and information in order to exceed patient's expectations. Find and uses the right resources (People, products, tools) at the right time in order to resolve patients requests.
Listens to others and asks questions to learn and understand what is being asked. Understands and communicates the right information to associates and leaders when they need it. Communicates in a respectful and professional manner.
Ensures the quality of their work by making sure work is correctly done. Works on top priorities first. Makes a consistent effort to get results. Meets deadlines. Takes action in order to solve problems so work can be completed in a timely manner
Shows integrity and ethical behavior in all workstations. Reports ethical and compliance issues promptly.
Supports the organization's objectives by adapting to changing work demands. Ability to stay focused on work when faced with change or difficulties. Stays open to and learns from assignments and feedback.
Supports the safety and wellbeing of coworkers by moving through narrow, confined spaces such as stacks of merchandise or supplies, storage areas and closets.
Works to support the team and organization by agreeing to work varying shifts as required. Required to learn and use the Electronic Health Record and Practice Electronic System and its components. As required by the job functions and highlighted in the Policies and Procedures. These components include NextGen, PMS, QSI and other electronic features, as they are developed and implemented, as applicable to work environment.
All employees will participate in Patient Centered Health Home Model at Omni Family Health.
Additional Functions and Responsibilities:
HIPAA compliance - Responsible for maintaining abreast of and in compliance with all HIPAA regulations and requirements. Treats all member information confidential.
Compliance - Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.
QA/QI - Participate in QA/QI activities and contribute towards the overall performance improvement of the organization.
IT - Required to learn and use the Electronic Health Record and Practice Electronic System and its components. As required by the job functions and highlighted in the Policies and Procedures. These components include NextGen, PMS, QSI and other electronic features, as they are developed and implemented, as applicable to work environment.
All employees will participate in Patient Centered Health Home Model at Omni Family Health.
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
Graduate from High School or equivalent.
Completion of pharmacy technician training program from accredited school.
Pharmacy Technician License - active and current licensure/certification with State Board of Pharmacy.
Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
EXPERIEINCE:
None
SKILLS:
Bilingual preferred. Please note: expressed fluency in second language will be tested upon job offer.
Basic typing skills 45 WPM
Familiarity with basic office machines e.g., copiers, scanners, etc.
Intermediate computer skills. Customer service skills within a retail and/or healthcare environment.
Responsible To: Pharmacy Operations Manager and Staff Pharmacist/Pharmacist m Charge
Classification: Non-exempt
Kern Medical has been a community cornerstone since its founding in 1867. Today, we are an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. Kern Medical offers a range of primary, specialty, and multi-specialty services including high-risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services integrated with county mental health programs, and a growing network of outpatient clinics providing personalized patient-centered wellness care. Kern Medical cares for 15,500 inpatients and 125,000 clinic patients a year.
Compensation:
The estimated pay for this position is
$20.3581 to $30.1124
. The rates shown include a 6% premium pay (base= $-$ plus 6%). This reflects only a portion of the total compensation package for this position. Additional compensation may be available for this role through differentials, incentives, and bonuses. In addition, this position may be eligible for participation and company contributions into the Kern County Employees' Retirement Plan.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
LEVEL I: This is the entry level of the Pharmacy Technician flexible series. Incumbents are registered Pharmacy Technicians and perform routine duties in Pharmacy practice. Promotion to Pharmacy Technician II is dependent upon current registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the California Board of Pharmacy, recommendation of the Department Head and approval by the Director of Personnel.
LEVEL II: This is the journey level of the Pharmacy Technician flexible series. Incumbents are registered Pharmacy Technicians. Incumbents perform routine duties in Pharmacy practice.
Essential Functions:
Refills physician's orders by placing patient's medications in individual drawers in medication carts; refills other medication requests from nursing units; prepares individualized unit dose preparations for patients; performs manual filing functions.
Fills requests from nursing units for floor stock medications and charges items to that unit; delivers controlled substances to requesting nursing units.
Retrieves physician's order copies from nursing units and returns medications to the proper unit.
Assists in the control and storage of inventory; notes items which appear to be low in level; receives and unpacks incoming stock and places it on the shelves; removes unacceptable or expired medication from inventory for return or discard.
Cleans and cares for equipment, carts, medications and Pharmacy fixtures and automated pharmacy equipment.
Maintains patient medication profiles by properly charging and crediting computer system for inpatients and outpatients.
Receives prescriptions from outpatients, enters data into computer system and assists pharmacist with record keeping and charging/crediting; assists in dispensing completed prescriptions to outpatients or discharge patients.
Fills orders using automated dispensing devises and completes basic functions, such as filling cells (inpatient), filling/removing items in MedStations (PYXIS); performs report checking/resolves discrepancies and performs basic trouble shooting.
Reduces bulk medications into unit dose or unit of use packaging with proper labeling and lot numbers; assists in simple labeling and simple dilutions.
Prepares sterile solutions using aseptic technique manually and with automated equipment.
Operates hospital information system for printing fill lists for cart filling, ambulatory prescriptions, charges, and label printing.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Employment Standards:
LEVEL I AND II: Current registration by the California Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician.
Possession and maintenance of a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card.
Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Responder or Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Responder certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Responder certification and competency.
LEVEL II: One-year experience as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee with Kern Medical Center or equivalent pharmacy practice.
Knowledge of:
Non-professional pharmacy practices for inpatient and ambulatory care; restrictive nature of medications and controlled substances; aseptic techniques in the preparation of sterile products; laboratory techniques and inventory procedures including process, expiration and limited stability dates.
Ability to:
Read and understand prescriptions and chart orders for medications and related information; perform mathematical calculations for reducing bulk medications, diluting medications and transposing American and Metric systems; process charges for medications and related services; operate a computer; work with health professionals and patients; understand and follow oral and written instructions.
SUPPLEMENTAL:
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
All Kern County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec.3100-3109 and Ordinance Code Title 2-Administration, Ch. 2.66 Emergency Services). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster.
If position responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, then possession of a current valid California Driver's License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver's license, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
$33k-40k yearly est. 15d ago
Pharmacy Technician
Family Healthcare Network 4.2
Pharmacy internship job in Porterville, CA
Primary Accountability
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for performing and supporting the daily operations of the Pharmacy Department.
Description of Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for preparing prescriptions for Pharmacist's final verification.
Receives E-script orders from providers and new prescriptions from patients
Verifies patient specific information and enters/reviews data into the Pharmacy Practice Management System.
Processes labels for new and refill prescriptions.
Makes appropriate contact with prescribers to obtain approval or denial of refills and document refill orders accordingly.
Selects appropriate product from stock by comparing National Drug Code (NDC); counts, measures and pours medication in vials or containers.
Verify the entire information on the prescription label by comparing with original prescription, initial the label then affixes the label on vial or container.
Presents hard copy prescription, finished package, patient receipt, monograph and stock container together for final review.
Places filled and reviewed prescriptions on the shelves to await patient pick up
Completes and processes third-party documents and transmissions, authorizations, and TAR (Treatment Authorization Request).
Check and process phone or fax messages periodically.
Keep the Pharmacy work areas clean and organized.
Files paperwork and prescriptions under supervision of the Pharmacist-in-charge (PIC)
Operates cash register during patient prescription pick up, processes cash and credit card transactions, and obtains patient signatures for insurance log documentation.
Keeps Pharmacist informed.
Warning or Drug Utilization Review (DUR) screen appears during label processing.
Prescriptions requiring Pharmacist consultation with the patient.
Departmental policies and procedures and progress thereof.
Monitors prescriptions in the wait area.
Checks fill date.
Runs will call reports.
Removes all prescriptions over seven days old or as instructed by PIC.
Returns pulled medications to stock.
Reverses orders online.
Delivers medications and prescriptions to other sites and maintains accurate delivery logs.
Monitors medication stock levels as directed by pharmacist.
Processes incoming medication orders.
Compares items shipped to items ordered on invoice.
Affixes price stickers.
Places items on shelves or in refrigerator.
Checks stock expiration dates on a monthly basis and rotates or removes items.
Returns outdated/expired, damaged, overstock and recalled merchandise for credit and proper disposal.
Assists PIC with inventory process.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Description of Primary Attributes
Professional & Technical Knowledge:
Possesses work-related skills at a higher level than completion of high school, including formal written and verbal communications skills, computational and computer skills, mathematical, technical or health care related knowledge acquired through completion of a trade school, para-professional, or certificate type program.
Technical Skills:
Ability to prepare more complex documents in Microsoft Word, including creating tables, charts, graphs and other elements.
Ability to use Microsoft Excel to review and compile data, including the use of formulas, functions, lookup tables and other standard spreadsheet elements.
Ability to create basic presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.
Licenses & Certifications: Licensed in the state of California as a Pharmacy Technician. Valid CA driver's license.
Communications Skills:
Job duties require the compilation of information prepared in effective written form, including correspondence, reports, articles or other documentation.
Effectively conveys technical information to non-technical audiences.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand or walk and use repetitive hand movement to type and grasp. The employee is frequently required to bend at waist, twist at waist, squat, climb, kneel, reach above and below shoulder height, and lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds.
Pay Scale:
Min Hourly Rate: $21.25
Max Hourly Rate: $29.33
$21.3-29.3 hourly Auto-Apply 10d ago
Pharmacy Technician
OMNI Family Health 4.1
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
The Pharmacy Technician position is responsible for supporting and assisting the operation of the pharmacy department. This position is expected to perform additional job related responsibilities and duties throughout the facility as assigned and/or as necessary and will assist the pharmacist in inventory control of pharmacy stock, do routine clerical duties, (i.e. type memos etc.) bookkeeping duties as required, and other duties relating to the pharmacy.
JOB DUTIES:
A licensed Pharmacy Technician under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist must be able to perform successfully the essential function of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
1. Ensures that patient data and information is accurate when entering prescription data into pharmacy software by reading the prescription; translating prescription information into corresponding system codes; transcribing appropriate prescription data; and creating or modifying patient records.
2. Supports work of the area by filling prescriptions by retrieving prescription orders; counting, pouring, measuring or weighing medication tablets, liquids and creams; mixing or reconstituting medications as needed, selecting, filling and labeling prescriptions containers; and operating scanning equipment, and/or operating dispensing systems to ensure prescription accuracy.
3. Ensures effective customer service by monitoring and resolving problems in the prescription fulfillment process by processing information for third party insurance claims; rescanning illegible images; alerting patients to inventory that is out of stock, partial fills, and the need for providers' authorizations on refills; and identifying situations requiring pha1macist's actions and resolution.
4. Supports the work of the area by processing customer purchases by operating cash registers and related hardware; approving monetary transactions; and using appropriate procedures for different payment types and items sold
5. Supports customer services by communicating and engaging with patients throughout the day in point of sale and in questions related to billing of insurance
6. Supports quality and customer services by assist the pharmacist in translating the consultation mandated by board of pharmacy by being able to communicate with majority of patients in the health center in their language.
7. Promotes Pharmacy services through interceptions made with patients waiting in he Clinic, and through communications with Providers, Medical Assistants and Front office clerks to ensure our patients are taking advantages of our full pharmacy services.
8. Supports the reputation of the department and organization by promoting and maintaining the Pharmacy's professional reputation and provides patients with pharmacy products and services in accordance with local, state, federal laws, 340B medications program requirements, HRSA and OPA regulations by assisting the pharmacist in the prescription fulfillment process.
9. Ensures quality by maintaining the pharmacy and its merchandise; stocking and rotating merchandise and supplies from our Vendors, handling claims and returns; answering the pharmacy telephone; processing third party insurance claims; filling prior authorization forms and e-TARs; completing, maintaining and securing paperwork, forms and other documentation.
10. Ensures quality when checks out prescriptions from the pharmacy to the customer at pick-up area by verifying patient information according to organization policies and procedures. Marks appropriate prescriptions for pick-up; retrieving prescription bag from will-call bin; scanning security tags; gathering electronic signatures for the health insurance portability and Accountability Act (HIP AA) acknowledgement and third party payer, if applicable; and using required files to log sales of restricted Pharmaceutical items.
11. Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, patients, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.
12. Supports the overall organization of the area by handling, moving, and displaying of goods in safe and correct. Reports poor inventory practices and low in-stock levels in assigned area. Uses inventory tools and equipment in safe and correct ways.
13. Follows safety and Security guidelines and related Laws and Regulations when handling, storing, and providing Pharmacy goods and records, and when filling prescriptions. Provides correct pharmacy information to patients or refer them to the pharmacist when unable to do so.
14. Supports health of patients and organization by ensuring the prevention of drug diversion and fraudulent prescriptions. Monitors pharmacy access and maintains security measures. Reports instances of potential prescription fraud and/or diversion to the pharmacist. Adheres to standard operating procedures for handling controlled substances, removing outdated merchandise, and disposing of trash.
15. Ensures that area meets policy and procedure expectations by prohibiting the presence of personal belongings in the Pharmacy.
16. Ensures that area meets departmental expectations by keeping the pharmacy neat, clean organized, and clutter free.
17. Maintains awareness about the abuse of amphetamine and methamphetamine and other related community health issues.
18. Help in collecting referrals and notes from non-Omni providers' notes to maximize the 340B eligible transactions.
19. Ensure compliance with 340B program by separating 340B and Retail inventory and making sure every prescription is filled from the right inventory and following the same process in returning them to stock, if not picked up.
20. Preparing weekly purchase requisition forms for wholesale invoices, and send them timely to our financial department.
21. Prepare clinic medications and send them weekly to our clinic providers.
22. Prepare medications for home deliveries complying with Board of Pharmacy regulations.
23. Maintain pharmacy software queues to assure all prescriptions are filled in a timely manner
24. Ensure Med Sync Program guidelines are followed accordingly, and ensure patient adherence to their medication regimen,
25. Send cash revenue to corporate along with prepared financial end-of-day reports.
26. Participate in any effort to help increase the pharmacy capture to our clinic by marketing our pharmacy advantages to Omni and Non-Omni patients.
27. Understands the USP800 procedure and how to separate NIOSH medications to comply with state regulations
28. Returns non picked up prescriptions' medications and stock in a timely manner to follow policy and PBM plans
29. Shows care and concern when serving our patients. Asks questions in order to understand patient's needs. Uses policies and information in order to exceed patient's expectations. Find and uses the right resources (People, products, tools) at the right time in order to resolve patients requests.
30. Listens to others and asks questions to learn and understand what is being asked. Understands and communicates the right information to associates and leaders when they need it. Communicates in a respectful and professional manner.
31. Ensures the quality of their work by making sure work is correctly done. Works on top priorities first. Makes a consistent effort to get results. Meets deadlines.
32. Takes action in order to solve problems so work can be completed in a timely manner
33. Shows integrity and ethical behavior in all workstations. Reports ethical and compliance issues promptly.
34. Supports the organization's objectives by adapting to changing work demands. Ability to stay focused on work when faced with change or difficulties. Stays open to and learns from assignments and feedback.
35. Supports the safety and wellbeing of coworkers by moving through narrow, confined spaces such as stacks of merchandise or supplies, storage areas and closets.
36. Works to support the team and organization by agreeing to work varying shifts as required. Required to learn and use the Electronic Health Record and Practice Electronic System and its components. As required by the job functions and highlighted in the Policies and Procedures. These components include NextGen, PMS, QSI and other electronic features, as they are developed and implemented, as applicable to work environment.
37. All employees will participate in Patient Centered Health Home Model at Omni Family Health
Additional Functions and Responsibilities:
1. HIPAA compliance - Responsible for maintaining abreast of and in compliance with all HIP AA regulations and requirements. Treats all member information confidential.
2. Compliance - Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.
3. QA/QI - Participate in QA/Ql activities and contribute towards the overall performance improvement of the organization.
4. IT - Required to learn and use the Electronic Health Record and Practice Electronic System and its components. As required by the job functions and highlighted in the Policies and Procedures. These components include NextGen, PMS, QSI and other electronic features, as they are developed and implemented, as applicable to work environment.
5. All employees will pa1ticipate in Patient Centered Health Home Model at Omni Family Health.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
1. Graduate from High School or equivalent.
2. Completion of pharmacy technician training program from accredited school.
3. Pharmacy Technician License - active and current licensure/certification with State Board of Pharmacy.
EXPERIEINCE:
1. None
SKILLS:
1. Bilingual preferred. Please note: expressed fluency in second language will be tested upon job offer.
2. Basic typing skills 45 WPM
3. Familiarity with basic office machines e.g., copiers, scanners, etc.
4. Intermediate computer skills. Customer service skills within a retail and/or healthcare environment.
Responsible To: Pharmacy Operations Manager and Staff Pharmacist/Pharmacist in charge.
Classification: Full or Part Time Position, Non-exempt
$36k-43k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Pharmacy Technician II - Inpatient Pharmacy- Per Diem- Shift
Kern Medical 4.6
Pharmacy internship job in Bakersfield, CA
Kern Medical strives to recruit the highest quality candidates, resulting in a high performance workforce that consistently delivers quality patient care.
Kern Medical has been a community cornerstone since its founding in 1867. Today, we are an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. Kern Medical offers a range of primary, specialty, and multi-specialty services including high-risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services integrated with county mental health programs, and a growing network of outpatient clinics providing personalize patient-centered wellness care. Kern Medical cares for 15,000 inpatients and 125,000 clinic patients a year.
Per Diem employees supplement department staffing needs, with no guarantee of minimum hours.
Must be willing and available to work four (4) shifts per six (6) week scheduling period.
Position: Per Diem Pharmacy Technician II - Inpatient Pharmacy- Per Diem- Shift
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is the journey level of the Pharmacy Technician flexible series. Incumbents are registered Pharmacy Technicians. Incumbents perform routine duties in Pharmacy practice. Promotion to Pharmacy Technician III is dependent upon current registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the California Board of Pharmacy, recommendation of the Department Head and approval by the Director of Personnel.
Essential Functions:
Refills physician's orders by placing patient's medications in individual drawers in medication carts; refills other medication requests from nursing units; prepares individualized unit dose preparations for patients; performs manual filing functions;
Fills requests from nursing units for floor stock medications and charges items to that unit; delivers controlled substances to requesting nursing units.
Retrieves physician's order copies from nursing units and returns medications to the proper unit.
Assists in the control and storage of inventory; notes items which appear to be low in level; receives and unpacks incoming stock and places it on the shelves; removes unacceptable or expired medication from inventory for return or discard.
Cleans and cares for equipment, carts, medications and Pharmacy fixtures and automated pharmacy equipment.
Maintains patient medication profiles by properly charging and crediting computer system for inpatients;
Receives prescriptions from outpatients, enters data into computer system and assists pharmacist with record keeping and charging/crediting; assists in dispensing completed prescriptions to outpatients or discharge patients.
Fills orders using automated dispensing devises and completes basic functions, such as filling cells (outpatient), filling/removing items in MedStations (PYXIS); performs report checking/resolves discrepancies and performs basic trouble shooting.
Reduces bulk medications into unit dose or unit of use packaging with proper labeling and lot numbers; assists in simple labeling and simple dilutions.
Prepares sterile solutions, including chemotherapy, using aseptic technique both manually with automated equipment;
Operates hospital information system for printing fill lists for cart filling, ambulatory prescriptions, charges, and label printing.
Other Functions:
Performs other related duties as required.
Employment Standards:
One-year experience as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee with Kern Medical Center or equivalent pharmacy practice.
Current registration by the California Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician.
Possession and maintenance of a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card.
Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Responder or Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Responder certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Responder certification and competency.
Knowledge of:
Non-professional pharmacy practices for inpatient and ambulatory care; restrictive nature of medications and controlled substances; aseptic techniques in the preparation of sterile products; laboratory techniques and inventory procedures including process, expiration and limited stability dates.
Ability to:
Read and understand prescriptions and chart orders for medications and related information; perform mathematical calculations for reducing bulk medications, diluting medications and transposing American and Metric systems; process charges for medications and related services; operate a computer; work with health professionals and patients; understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Supplemental:
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
All Kern County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec.3100-3109 and Ordinance Code Title 2-Administration, Ch. 2.66 Emergency Services). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster.
If position responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, then possession of a current valid California Driver's License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver's license, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
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