What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Intern position at Westchester Medical Center Health Network?
Job Summary: # The Pharmacy Intern is an entry-level position designed to develop a pharmacy student#s knowledge base and competency level while performing essential pharmacy functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The intern will be involved in a wide variety of technical and clinical duties, including drug preparation, distribution, patient care, and medication counseling. The role is essential in supporting the hospital#s unit-dose drug distribution system, intravenous admixture program, and overall pharmacy operations, ensuring that all activities are compliant with departmental policies and regulatory standards Responsibilities:# Clinical Support: Prepare, compound, and label IV admixtures, including antibiotics, cardiac drips, parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy, under the supervision of a pharmacist Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds Conduct medication history interviews and provide patient education on medication use, including first-dose teaching and discharge counseling Monitor medication therapies, including pharmacokinetic monitoring, and assist in the development of therapeutic plans Provide drug information to healthcare providers and assist in the reporting of adverse drug reactions Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding medication use # Operational Support: Procure, distribute, and manage ordered medications as per physician or pharmacist request Maintain accurate records of controlled substances and ensure proper documentation for investigational drugs Conduct monthly inspections of nursing stations, manage medication inventory, and remove expired medications Assist with the preparation of routine patient orders, including compounding, repackaging, and stocking of pharmaceuticals Maintain the pharmacy#s operational environment, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and safety Utilize automated dispensing units and support pharmacy inventory management Participate in continuous performance improvement and regulatory compliance efforts # Customer Service: Provide information to patients regarding medication pricing, insurance, and pharmacy policies Handle phone calls from patients, family members, and healthcare team members # Qualifications/Requirements: # Experience: # Previous pharmacy work experience (Preferred) # Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and respond to changes in workload # Education: # Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy (Required) Minimum of 2 years of Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum completed (Preferred) # Licenses # Certifications: Valid New York State Pharmacy Intern Permit required (Required) # Licenses / Certifications: #
