About the role#
The Pharmacy Intern supports the inpatient pharmacy team at Long Beach Medical Center. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to provide safe and timely medication delivery. This role involves direct patient interaction, clinical support, and inventory management within a hospital setting.
What you'll do#
- Prepare, label, and deliver medications accurately.
- Conduct and document patient interviews to obtain medication histories.
- Assist pharmacists with managing clinical activities and regulated drug therapies.
- Prepare intravenous products in compliance with California Board of Pharmacy sterile compounding standards.
- Process new orders and access patient information in the electronic health record.
- Issue drug doses to nursing staff, fill medication cassettes, and manage automated dispensing cabinets.
- Maintain drug inventories, prevent stockouts, and minimize wastage.
- Answer drug information questions from nurses and other health professionals.
- Use computer and automation systems for pharmacy operations and billing.
- Communicate clearly with healthcare staff and patients.
- Maintain competency for your assigned shifts and stay updated on pharmacy methods.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a School of Pharmacy.
- An active, valid California Pharmacist Intern license.
Location & details#
- Location: Long Beach, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Per Diem.
- Compensation: $26.50 per hour.
About MemorialCare
MemorialCare is a nonprofit health system based in Fountain Valley, California. Founded in 2005, the organization operates four hospitals alongside various surgical and imaging centers. It serves patients across Los Angeles County and Orange County. The system employs over 7,000 people to provide healthcare services.
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