About the role#
The Pharmacy Intern is an advanced technician-level position. You will develop your knowledge and clinical competency while performing pharmacy functions under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. This role involves direct patient care, medication management, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team. You will ensure compliance with all department policies and Ohio Board of Pharmacy regulations.
What you'll do#
- Provide patients with information regarding pharmacy policies, insurance, refills, and pricing.
- Facilitate communication between patients, families, and the health care team.
- Process cash and credit card transactions.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and collaborate with the treatment team to improve patient outcomes.
- Conduct medication history interviews, first dose teaching, and discharge counseling.
- Create updated medication lists for patients.
- Counsel patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications.
- Monitor medication therapies by reviewing profiles and interpreting laboratory values.
- Develop therapeutic plans, identify drug-related problems, and document findings in the electronic record.
- Review orders for appropriate dose, frequency, and potential drug interactions.
- Perform pharmacokinetic monitoring and provide drug information to providers.
- Prepare extemporaneous compounded products and administer vaccinations.
- Perform computer order entry and claim adjudication.
- Teach, evaluate, and provide feedback to trainees and entry-level students.
- Maintain the security of Protected Health Information (PHI).
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Current enrollment in an accredited School of Pharmacy.
- Current Active Pharmacy Intern license from the Ohio Pharmacy Board.
- Eligibility to work as a pharmacy intern in the state of Ohio.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office, and standard office equipment.
- Working knowledge of clinical drug information.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- Prior experience in a retail, hospital, or community pharmacy setting is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Beachwood, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, per diem role.
About University Hospitals
University Hospitals is a nonprofit health system based in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 1866, the organization operates a network of 23 hospitals and over 250 health centers and physician offices across 16 counties. It employs more than 30,000 people and maintains an affiliation with the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. The system provides clinical care and research across numerous specialties including oncology, cardiology, and pediatrics.
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