About the role#
As an Inpatient Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to obtain and document medication histories for patients admitted to the hospital. This role supports the care team by gathering accurate information to ensure safe medication management. You will work on-site in a team environment that handles a high volume of patient interactions.
What you'll do#
- Interview patients or their families to collect medication histories.
- Contact retail pharmacies and primary clinics to verify patient medication data.
- Perform software queries to gather necessary health information.
- Enter medication history details directly into the electronic medical record.
- Notify the pharmacist once the medication history is complete.
- Assist with additional projects as assigned by the pharmacy team.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or graduation from an accredited pharmacy program.
- Current registration as an intern with the Minnesota State Board of Pharmacy.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, drug classifications, and brand or generic names.
- Familiarity with common outpatient medication doses and forms.
- Ability to use computers and medical record software proficiently.
- Strong communication skills to interact with patients and healthcare staff.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a busy environment.
- Preference is given to students finishing their first or second professional year.
Location & details#
- Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Every third weekend and one evening shift every third week. Preferred candidates are available to work every other weekend plus one week night per week.
- Status: This is a paid, full-time internship position.
About HealthPartners
HealthPartners is a nonprofit health care organization founded in 1957. It operates as a cooperative and provides both medical services and health plan administration. The organization employs over 28,000 people and serves more than 1.8 million members. Its care system includes a group practice of over 1,800 physicians.
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