What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Intern position at UPMC?
Are you currently a pharmacy student looking to gain more experience and expand your knowledge? Do you enjoy working hands on with a supportive team to provide excellent patient care? If so, you might be a great fit as our Pharmacy Intern with UPMC Hamot serving variable day and evening shifts!
What can you look forward to facilitating in this exciting position?
- Assist pharmacists with medication distribution, including delivering medications, restocking automated dispensing cabinets, and managing emergency medication carts.
- Participate in filling medication orders by maintaining accurate patient profiles and performing prepackaging tasks to ensure timely delivery.
- Prepare IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and controlled substance orders following strict protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Conduct medication reviews by entering orders into the computer system, monitoring patient allergies, enforcing formulary decisions, and evaluating potential drug interactions.
- Complete departmental documentation and billing processes by the end of each shift, including dispensing records, refrigerator logs, and controlled substance delivery records.
- Utilize information systems and robotics to prepare medication labels and support the efficient dispensing of medications.
- Demonstrate a service-oriented approach in all interactions, ensuring a positive and professional image while addressing patient and staff needs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment, adhering to safety and operational standards at all times.
Salary : $18 - $27
