PHARMACY/COMMUNITY RESIDENT INTERN

Position Summary:

Develop and promote programs that identify, prevent, and manage disease states. Implement effective and dependable methods of delivery for Pharmaceutical Care systems and programs. Provide effective patient counseling and health education. Compound and dispense prescribed medications, drugs, and other pharmaceuticals for patient care according to professional standards, state and federal law requirements. Frequent independent judgments are essential. Fred Meyer also requires that all associates perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Essential Job Functions:
• Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
• Create and maintain accurate and comprehensive reports
• Complete, document, and report the outcomes of patient care services
• Evaluate drug therapy to maintain optimal outcomes
• Evaluate patient allergy and adverse drug experiences
• Conduct physical assessment and health histories on patients
• Implement new and improve existing patient education programs
• Develop and implement quality assurance procedures to maintain the safe and accurate dispensing of medications and patient education
• Maintain and recommend upgrades for all drug information resources
• Review and evaluate new drug/health care literature
• Review prescriptions issued by physicians to verify accuracy and determine formulas and ingredients needed
• Compound medications, using standard formulas and processes, such as weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients
• Verify new medication against existing medication and patient profile to verify that there are no drug-drug or drug-disease interactions prior to filling prescription
• Direct pharmacy workers engaged in mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals
• Verify the work of the pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants, including accuracy of all prescriptions filled
• Provide information to pharmacy customers regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and storage of pharmaceuticals
• Maintain established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and disposal of hazardous waste drugs
• Maintain pharmacy files, charge system, and inventory
• Order medications
• Open/close department
• Travel to Washington State University for one week of acedemia training
• Maintain flexibility to work any shift, including weekends
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Desired Previous Job Experience:
• Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures, and organizational structure
Minimum Position Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (BS) and/or Doctoral degree (PharmD) in Pharmacy, plus successful completion of working pharmacy internship.
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Ability to lead effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain confidentiality
• Accuracy/attention to detail
• Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects
• Ability to work within strict time frames/resolute deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver's license
• Current State Board of Pharmacy intern license from state of employment
• Valid Certificates of Training
• Valid CPR certification

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.  As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer family! 

What you’ll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'