About the role#
Firelands Health is hiring a Pharmacy Intern in Sandusky, Ohio. This is a full-time, paid position with a rolling term. You will work under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist to prepare and dispense medications while maintaining hospital pharmacy operations.
What you'll do#
- Compound and prepare medications, including sterile products and chemotherapy, using aseptic techniques.
- Fill physician orders, medication carts, surgical kits, and emergency crash carts.
- Procure, distribute, and deliver medications to patient care areas.
- Manage inventory by ordering, receiving, and rotating stock to identify outdated drugs.
- Operate pharmacy automation systems, including Pyxis and pre-packaging machines.
- Process patient charge documents and utilize pharmacy computer systems for billing and reporting.
- Maintain pharmacy records, logs, and documentation.
- Answer telephone and window inquiries while directing requests to appropriate personnel.
- Clean equipment and maintain organized pharmacy areas.
- Conduct quality monitors and participate in data collection.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Active Pharmacy Intern license in good standing with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy.
- Certification as a pharmacy technician.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic and read small letters and numbers.
- Proficiency in written and oral communication.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision and organize daily tasks.
- Compliance with OSHA regulations, USP 797 standards, and CDC precaution recommendations.
- Ability to use personal protective equipment and follow S.D.S. protocols.
- Successful completion of a ninety-day probationary period.
Location & details#
- Location: Sandusky, Ohio, USA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Firelands Health
Firelands Health operates as a nonprofit medical provider based in Sandusky, Ohio. Founded in 1873, the organization maintains two hospitals alongside behavioral health and outpatient services. It employs over 1,000 people to provide medical care for the surrounding area.
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