Pharmacy internship job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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A pharmacy intern is an individual, usually a pharmaceutical student, working at a pharmacy and responsible for gaining experience and knowledge. Their duties include providing appropriate medicine to customers, helping organize the store and its inventory, and completing other tasks as necessary.
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Example pharmacy internship requirements on a job description
Pharmacy internship requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in pharmacy internship job postings.
Sample pharmacy internship requirements
- Enrolled in a Doctor of Pharmacy program
- Completed at least one year of pharmacy school
- Eligible for intern licensure in the state of practice
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceuticals and drug interactions
- Experience with dispensing medications and managing inventory
Sample required pharmacy internship soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Pharmacy internship job description example 1
Brigham and Women's Hospital pharmacy internship job description
Job DescriptionThe Pharmacy Intern under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists the pharmacist and performs pharmacy-related functions throughout the department.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinates daily workload to coincide with the needs of the department. Prepacks non-unit-dose oral medications as needed for dispensing to the patient care areas. Performs aseptic compounding of parenteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms while following aseptic technique and proper procedures for preparing all types of parenteral admixtures Provides answers to relevant clinical questions to pharmacy and hospital team members under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Assists in researching and solving clinical cases upon the request of a pharmacist Restocks and loads medications in Omnicells in a safe and effective manner Distribute and transport controlled substances and maintain appropriate controlled substance records as applicable in compliance with state and federal regulations Contributes to Quality Improvement Initiatives Inspects assigned areas inside and outside the Pharmacy for outdated drugs. Assists in triaging phone calls Supports the essential functions relating to drug purchasing and inventory control as needed. Adheres to all State and Federal requirements Accepts extra duties upon request
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 171- bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive.
At Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, we believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients, and those we may never meet, are at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.
Qualifications
Enrolled in an ACPE accredited school of Pharmacy and at minimum entering first professional year of a six year School of Pharmacy program or who is a qualified applicant awaiting examination for licensure Current Registration as a Pharmacy Intern in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Staff adheres to all ICARE Standards Must be able to understand and clearly communicate with all areas of health care personnel Must maintain sufficient pharmaceutical knowledge for the safe and effective distribution of medications.
EEO Statement
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospitalis an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Partner's Healthcare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinates daily workload to coincide with the needs of the department. Prepacks non-unit-dose oral medications as needed for dispensing to the patient care areas. Performs aseptic compounding of parenteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms while following aseptic technique and proper procedures for preparing all types of parenteral admixtures Provides answers to relevant clinical questions to pharmacy and hospital team members under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Assists in researching and solving clinical cases upon the request of a pharmacist Restocks and loads medications in Omnicells in a safe and effective manner Distribute and transport controlled substances and maintain appropriate controlled substance records as applicable in compliance with state and federal regulations Contributes to Quality Improvement Initiatives Inspects assigned areas inside and outside the Pharmacy for outdated drugs. Assists in triaging phone calls Supports the essential functions relating to drug purchasing and inventory control as needed. Adheres to all State and Federal requirements Accepts extra duties upon request
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 171- bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive.
At Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, we believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients, and those we may never meet, are at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.
Qualifications
Enrolled in an ACPE accredited school of Pharmacy and at minimum entering first professional year of a six year School of Pharmacy program or who is a qualified applicant awaiting examination for licensure Current Registration as a Pharmacy Intern in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Staff adheres to all ICARE Standards Must be able to understand and clearly communicate with all areas of health care personnel Must maintain sufficient pharmaceutical knowledge for the safe and effective distribution of medications.
EEO Statement
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospitalis an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Partner's Healthcare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Pharmacy internship job description example 2
UPMC pharmacy internship job description
Under the general direction of the Pharmacy Manager and Director, Drug Use and Disease State Management, and general supervision of the Staff Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Intern is responsible for supporting the provision of pharmaceutical care to patients at UPMC. These services will be provided in compliance with state and federal regulations, The Joint Commission Standards and the mission and policies of the hospital and departments. The internship provides a hands-on experience and a challenging environment to progressively develop the operational and clinical skills to grow in the field of pharmacy.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Accurately completes departmental documentation and billing by the end of each scheduled shift in accordance with department procedures. Examples included, but are not limited to, dispensing and compounding records, refrigerator logs, hood-cleaning records, chemotherapy compounding records, patient/department billing, and controlled substance delivery records.
+ Assists the pharmacist with medication distribution, delivering medication, refilling automated dispensing cabinets, and exchanging emergency medication carts.
+ Assists the pharmacist with medication review, including but not limited to computer order entry, monitoring allergies, enforcing formulary decisions, and evaluating drug interactions.
+ Demonstrate a service orientation in all interpersonal relations. Conveys a positive, professional image.
+ Develops and maintains a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
+ Effectively uses information systems, robotics, and other applications to prepare medication labels and assist with dispensing medications.
+ Participate in filling of medication orders maintaining patient profiles, performing prepackaging.
+ Prepare IV admixtures/chemotherapy and controlled substance orders.
+ Prepare drug information responses and medication use evaluations.
+ Where applicable, complete clinical workload documentation (manual or electronic) by the end of each scheduled shift in accordance with Department procedures.
**Qualifications**
+ Good standing in an accredited School of Pharmacy, entering P1 year or above, and applied for intern license.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy Intern Certificate Certification preferred.
+ For Maryland only: Pharmacy Intern licensed required.
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**
Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC's COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more.
REQNUMBER: 220001CM
**Responsibilities:**
+ Accurately completes departmental documentation and billing by the end of each scheduled shift in accordance with department procedures. Examples included, but are not limited to, dispensing and compounding records, refrigerator logs, hood-cleaning records, chemotherapy compounding records, patient/department billing, and controlled substance delivery records.
+ Assists the pharmacist with medication distribution, delivering medication, refilling automated dispensing cabinets, and exchanging emergency medication carts.
+ Assists the pharmacist with medication review, including but not limited to computer order entry, monitoring allergies, enforcing formulary decisions, and evaluating drug interactions.
+ Demonstrate a service orientation in all interpersonal relations. Conveys a positive, professional image.
+ Develops and maintains a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
+ Effectively uses information systems, robotics, and other applications to prepare medication labels and assist with dispensing medications.
+ Participate in filling of medication orders maintaining patient profiles, performing prepackaging.
+ Prepare IV admixtures/chemotherapy and controlled substance orders.
+ Prepare drug information responses and medication use evaluations.
+ Where applicable, complete clinical workload documentation (manual or electronic) by the end of each scheduled shift in accordance with Department procedures.
**Qualifications**
+ Good standing in an accredited School of Pharmacy, entering P1 year or above, and applied for intern license.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy Intern Certificate Certification preferred.
+ For Maryland only: Pharmacy Intern licensed required.
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**
Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC's COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more.
REQNUMBER: 220001CM
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Pharmacy internship job description example 3
Scripps Health pharmacy internship job description
/At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support, respect that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation's Top 100 Places to Work./
/You'll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you're open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential./
As part of the Scripps Health pharmacy team, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians provide a broad range of clinical services at our sites and work collaboratively with physicians, nurses and other health care team members to deliver high-quality, efficient services to patients and staff. They enjoy a practice environment that offers state-of-the-art technology (including Epic, Pyxis, KitCheck and DoseEdge) and innovative tools in a collaborative and supportive workplace. The team at Scripps Green Hospital meet regularly to identify areas of improvement, providing support and a foundation of open communication.The Pharmacy Intern position is perfect for a pharmacy student looking to learn what it takes to be successful in an inpatient setting under the supervision of one of our experienced pharmacists.
The Pharmacy Intern reports to the Pharmacy Manager and works under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients. Other duties include purchasing and inventory control, distribution of controlled substances, automated cabinet replenishment, quality control and monitoring, order entry and dispensing, sterile products compounding, unit dose re-packaging, and special projects as required. Alerts the pharmacist of any drug-related concerns (including computer and telephone messages), inputs credits and charges for inpatients and outpatients. Facilitates teamwork and good interdepartmental relationships. Collaborates with other health care disciplines and supports the needs of patients and families. Maintains confidentiality of patient, staff, department and hospital information. Participates in continuous quality improvement. Demonstrates ability to perform competencies as outlined in Pharmacy's Competency Assessment Tool. Demonstrates appropriate age-specific patient care as established for environment and job title.
This is a casual (per diem) position with varied shifts. The Pharmacy Intern will be scheduled at least every other weekend, with the option to pick up other shifts as opportunities to learn additional skills. Must work at least one holiday per year. This position is located at Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla.
*Experience/Specialized Skills:*
* Must be enrolled in accredited School of Pharmacy pursuing a Pharm.D. degree
*Required Certification/Registration:*
* California Intern Pharmacist License
*Required Education/Course(s)/Training:*
* Completion of at least two years of undergraduate work towards a BA or BS degree.
* Completion of undergraduate degree preferred
**Job:** **Pharmacy*
**Organization:** **Scripps Green Hospital*
**Title:** *Pharmacy Intern - Green Hospital*
**Location:** *Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS GREEN HOSPITAL*
/You'll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you're open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential./
As part of the Scripps Health pharmacy team, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians provide a broad range of clinical services at our sites and work collaboratively with physicians, nurses and other health care team members to deliver high-quality, efficient services to patients and staff. They enjoy a practice environment that offers state-of-the-art technology (including Epic, Pyxis, KitCheck and DoseEdge) and innovative tools in a collaborative and supportive workplace. The team at Scripps Green Hospital meet regularly to identify areas of improvement, providing support and a foundation of open communication.The Pharmacy Intern position is perfect for a pharmacy student looking to learn what it takes to be successful in an inpatient setting under the supervision of one of our experienced pharmacists.
The Pharmacy Intern reports to the Pharmacy Manager and works under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients. Other duties include purchasing and inventory control, distribution of controlled substances, automated cabinet replenishment, quality control and monitoring, order entry and dispensing, sterile products compounding, unit dose re-packaging, and special projects as required. Alerts the pharmacist of any drug-related concerns (including computer and telephone messages), inputs credits and charges for inpatients and outpatients. Facilitates teamwork and good interdepartmental relationships. Collaborates with other health care disciplines and supports the needs of patients and families. Maintains confidentiality of patient, staff, department and hospital information. Participates in continuous quality improvement. Demonstrates ability to perform competencies as outlined in Pharmacy's Competency Assessment Tool. Demonstrates appropriate age-specific patient care as established for environment and job title.
This is a casual (per diem) position with varied shifts. The Pharmacy Intern will be scheduled at least every other weekend, with the option to pick up other shifts as opportunities to learn additional skills. Must work at least one holiday per year. This position is located at Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla.
*Experience/Specialized Skills:*
* Must be enrolled in accredited School of Pharmacy pursuing a Pharm.D. degree
*Required Certification/Registration:*
* California Intern Pharmacist License
*Required Education/Course(s)/Training:*
* Completion of at least two years of undergraduate work towards a BA or BS degree.
* Completion of undergraduate degree preferred
**Job:** **Pharmacy*
**Organization:** **Scripps Green Hospital*
**Title:** *Pharmacy Intern - Green Hospital*
**Location:** *Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS GREEN HOSPITAL*
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024