What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Intern - Inpatient; 1st Year position at M Health Fairview?
Overview
M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, MN is looking to develop the intern program with 1st year pharmacy students. Located just south of the Twin Cities, in Burnsville, MN , Ridges hospital has 180 beds with a robust emergency department. The pharmacy department provides extensive clinical services contributing to top tier patient care.
1st year pharmacy students will gain exposure to a hospital pharmacy department through various technician tasks and shadowing opportunities. Technician duties may be assigned as needed/able. The goal will be to set the student up to successfully progress to an intern role following completion of 1st year.
This is a casual position, but students will be expected to staff every fourth weekend (Sat/Sun 8 hour shifts). There is opportunity to pick up further hours as desired.
Responsibilities/Job Description
- Gain proficiency with the operations of the inpatient pharmacy at Ridges Hospital
- Assist technicians with tasks as needed/able
- Assist central pharmacist with tasks as needed/able
- Accurately fill and check medications to fill the Automated Drug Distribution System (Pyxis)
- Supervise retrieval and disposal of anesthesia medication waste
- Identify additional opportunities to improve patient care and the performance of the pharmacy department
- Identify additional opportunities to grow and expand the intern program at Ridges
- Participate in team meetings/discussions with clinical pharmacy specialists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy students, and pharmacy technicians
- Foster an environment of teamwork with other department staff and customers.
- Provide training and education to other staff members.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
- Enrolled in pharmacy school
Minimum License/Certification/Registration
- Pharmacy Technician Registration required for 1st year students (Technician certification encouraged)
Additional Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills. Proficient in the English language. Ability to manage time and people effectively. Good attention to detail and critical thinking skills. Ability to follow policies and procedures.
