About the role#
This is a training pharmacist position based at East Tennessee Children's Hospital in Knoxville. You will work under the direct and continuous supervision of a licensed pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in both inpatient and outpatient pharmacy settings. This is a part-time, paid role with a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Supervise pharmacy technicians and perform general and chemo-related technician duties.
- Assess and process physician medication orders, checking for appropriate dosage, route, and potential interactions.
- Maintain accurate records, including patient profiles, controlled substance logs, and unit dose documentation.
- Prepare and select age-appropriate medications for compounding, filling, and dispensing.
- Manage medication stock, perform nursing unit inspections, and check crash carts.
- Ensure pharmacy equipment, such as IV hoods and electronic cabinets, remains operational.
- Resolve medication questions by communicating with pharmacists, nurses, and physicians.
- Handle phone inquiries promptly and maintain professional relationships across hospital departments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a local ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Strong math skills and general computer proficiency.
- Previous experience as a pharmacy technician is preferred.
- Ability to perform light physical tasks, such as lifting or pushing items up to 20 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Knoxville, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time.
About East Tennessee Children's Hospital
Dolly Parton Children's Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit pediatric healthcare system. Founded in 1937, the organization operates out of Knoxville, Tennessee. It holds a state certification as a Comprehensive Regional Pediatric Center. The hospital provides specialized medical care for children across various fields including surgery, cardiology, and hematology.
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