Valhalla, NY, 10595, USA
3 days ago
Pharmacy Intern
Pharmacy Intern Company: WMC Advanced Physician Services PC City/State: Valhalla, NY Category: clerical/Administrative Supportc Department: Pharmacy Union: No Position: Per Diem Hours: Per Diem Shift: All Shifts Req #: 41106 Posted Date: Jan 30, 2025 Hiring Range: $23.60 Apply Now External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/28470) Internal Applicant link Job Details: Job Summary: The Pharmacy Intern is an entry-level position designed to develop a pharmacy student's knowledge base and competency level while performing essential pharmacy functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The intern will be involved in a wide variety of technical and clinical duties, including drug preparation, distribution, patient care, and medication counseling. The role is essential in supporting the hospital's unit-dose drug distribution system, intravenous admixture program, and overall pharmacy operations, ensuring that all activities are compliant with departmental policies and regulatory standards Responsibilities: Clinical Support: + Prepare, compound, and label IV admixtures, including antibiotics, cardiac drips, parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy, under the supervision of a pharmacist + Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds + Conduct medication history interviews and provide patient education on medication use, including first-dose teaching and discharge counseling + Monitor medication therapies, including pharmacokinetic monitoring, and assist in the development of therapeutic plans + Provide drug information to healthcare providers and assist in the reporting of adverse drug reactions + Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding medication use Operational Support: + Procure, distribute, and manage ordered medications as per physician or pharmacist request + Maintain accurate records of controlled substances and ensure proper documentation for investigational drugs + Conduct monthly inspections of nursing stations, manage medication inventory, and remove expired medications + Assist with the preparation of routine patient orders, including compounding, repackaging, and stocking of pharmaceuticals + Maintain the pharmacy's operational environment, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and safety + Utilize automated dispensing units and support pharmacy inventory management + Participate in continuous performance improvement and regulatory compliance efforts Customer Service: + Provide information to patients regarding medication pricing, insurance, and pharmacy policies + Handle phone calls from patients, family members, and healthcare team members Qualifications/Requirements: Experience: + Previous pharmacy work experience (Preferred) Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Ability to work both independently and as part of a team + Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills + Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and respond to changes in workload Education: + Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy (Required) + Minimum of 2 years of Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum completed (Preferred) Licenses & Certifications: + Valid New York State Pharmacy Intern Permit required (Required) Licenses / Certifications: About Us: WMC Advanced Physician Services PC Apply Now External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/28470) Internal Applicant link Talent Community Search Jobs Hiring Events (https://wmchealthjobs.org/job-events-list/)
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