Central Pharmacy Intern

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

Job Summary

Summary

The Pharmacy Intern supports the mission of the Pharmacy Department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas. Uses related computer software, gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies. The Pharmacy Intern may also be involved in disseminating drug information. All applicants must be currently pursuing a Pharmacist degree.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

Supports the mission of the Pharmacy Department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.
Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas.
Uses related computer software and gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies.
May also be involved in the dissemination of drug information.
Works collaboratively with the treatment team to maximize individual patient outcomes.
Counsels patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and devices.
Monitors medication therapies by performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring drug regimens are consistent with medication use guidelines and protocols.
Assists the Pharmacist in gathering information to advise nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications.
Fills and delivers medications requested by nursing units and, as needed, for automatic dispensing cabinets, after a complete check by a Pharmacist.
Adheres to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality and patient privacy.

 

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacy Intern [State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience
Pharmacy Experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to the role.
- Ability to interact with and work around people.
- Ability to make judgments in demanding situations.
- Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to listen empathetically.
- Ability to logically organize details.

 

 

Onsite

 

55 Fruit Street

 

0

 

Per Diem

 

Rotating (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly

 

Grade

3

 

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