About the role#
Lehigh Valley Health Network is hiring a Pharmacy Intern to support our clinical teams in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This is a full-time, paid position that requires on-site work. The role involves using pharmacy systems to manage patient and drug information while assisting pharmacists with the technical aspects of drug distribution.
What you'll do#
- Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription orders.
- Fill medication orders accurately and ensure they are properly labeled and checked.
- Monitor medication inventory levels, place orders to restock, and check for expiration dates.
- Maintain records for controlled substances and manage inventory counts.
- Prioritize daily tasks and coordinate activities with other team members.
- Communicate drug information requests directly to a pharmacist.
- Use pharmacy equipment and assist with the orientation of new colleagues.
- Answer phones and respond to customer needs.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- Active enrollment in a pre-pharmacy or pharmacy degree program.
- Good math skills for counting, measuring, and weighing medications.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to work in a busy environment.
- Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs and perform physical tasks such as standing, sitting, bending, or kneeling.
Location & details#
- Location: Allentown, PA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Rotating shifts, Monday through Friday from 7am to 7pm, and Saturday through Sunday from 9am to 3pm.
About Lehigh Valley Health Network
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an integrated academic health care delivery system based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. It operates 32 hospitals and more than 700 sites of care throughout eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey. The system provides services across over 95 clinical specialties including cardiology, oncology, and trauma surgery. It functions as a nonprofit organization and is part of Jefferson Health.
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