About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist in an institutional community pharmacy setting. This role is compliance critical and involves maintaining regulatory standards while gaining hands-on clinical experience. You will interact with a diverse patient population and collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
What you'll do#
- Gather clinical information and prescription plan coverage for new patients.
- Review new prescriptions for accuracy.
- Ensure all pharmacy operations meet division, corporate, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a busy environment.
- Communicate clearly with patients and staff through written and oral channels.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program.
- Proficiency with pharmacy software and electronic health records (EHR).
- Basic knowledge of pharmacology, medication management, and pharmacy law.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on patient care.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Knoxville, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: This is a part-time position requiring 10-20 hours per week.
- Flexibility: You must be available for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
About AmerisourceBergen
Cencora operates as a global pharmaceutical solutions organization. It manages pharmaceutical distribution and supply chain logistics for healthcare providers. The company also provides services for product commercialization and business consulting. It is based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania and was founded in 2001. The firm employs more than 10,001 people.
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