Outpatient Pharmacy Intern MGH
Mass General BrighamAbout the role
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<br>The Pharmacy Intern YR1 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 the dissemination of drug information.<br><br>Does this position require Patient Care?<br>No<br><br>Essential Functions<br>-Participate in interdisciplinary rounds. <br>-Work collaboratively with the treatment team to maximize individual patient outcomes. <br>
-Counsel patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and devices. <br>
-Monitor medication therapies through performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring drug regimens are consistent with medication use guidelines and protocols. <br>
-Assist Pharmacist in gathering information to advise nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications. <br>
-Fills and delivers medications requested by nursing units and as needed for Pyxis automated dispensing machine after complete check by a registered pharmacist. <br>
-Performs good customer service skills via telephone or in person at Pharmacy window and while rounding on patient care areas. <br>
-Adheres to HIPPA regulations regarding confidentiality and patient privacy. <br>
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Studies required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacy Intern [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required
Experience
Pharmacy Experience 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
55 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$18.22 - $26.06/Hourly
Grade
3
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