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Pharmacy Intern, Outpatient and Inpatient Pharmacy, PRN

East Tennessee Children's Hospital

#Patient Care #Pharmacy Technician #Pharmacy Intern #Inpatient Pharmacy #Medication Safety #Clinical Pharmacy #Outpatient Pharmacy #Omnicell

Quick overview

Performs training pharmacist duties and provides technician support under direct supervision. Responsibilities include processing medication orders, preparing labels, and maintaining pharmacy stock and equipment.

Requirements summary

Must be currently enrolled in an ACPE Accredited College of Pharmacy with a high school diploma or GED. Previous pharmacy technician experience is preferred.

high schoolInventory ManagementComputer LiteracyPatient ConfidentialityMathematical SkillsMedication DispensingIV CompoundingPatient Profile ManagementMedication Order ProcessingPharmacy CalculationsClinical Pharmacy Assessment

Job description

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB Performs in a training pharmacist role and provides technician support under the direct and continuous supervision of a pharmacist.
REPORTS TO Clinical Pharmacy Manager JOB REQUIREMENTS Supervisory Responsibilities: NO Minimum Education: High School/GED Required License/Certification Required: NO Minimum Work Experience: Must be currently enrolled in a local ACPE Accredited College of Pharmacy.
Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES General computer skills.
Strong math skills.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES All under the direct supervision of a pharmacist who is beyond his or her probationary period: Trains to supervise pharmacy technicians.
Gains proficiency in math calculations.
Prepares accurate labels utilizing the proper labeling format.
Any remaining labels are destroyed upon completion of packaging medications.
Assesses and processes physician medication orders: Age appropriate criteria (i.e. dose), Appropriate route, duplication.
Allergies, interactions, etc., Computer usage, Prioritizes stat or now orders.
Maintains accurate records of: Computerized patient profiles, Controlled substances,IV Compounder, Electronic cabinet, Pharmacy computer, Unit dose log, Other as indicated Ensures equipment operation and maintenance of: IV Hoods, IV Computer, Electronic cabinet (omnicell), electronic Scale, printers and Computers Maintains medication stock, including: IV fluids, Solid, liquid dosage forms, Electronic cabinet or floor stock, Orders medications/supplies appropriately, Stores medications/supplies appropriately, Nursing unit inspections, Crash carts and boxes, Outdated medications Clinical Pharmacy Assessment (lab data, electrolytes, kinetics, etc.) Performs and supervises all general and chemo technician competencies and duties Prepares/selects age appropriate medication for compounding, filling, and dispensing Fills patient medication envelopes with the correct medication from computer labels: Medications are delivered to the proper nursing units, ancillary departments, and pharmacy satellites.
Takes appropriate steps (such as double checking and checking against a copy of the physician’s order) to prevent dispensing errors.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Interacts with all of the above in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner as observed by coordinator and peers.
Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times Continuously displays a "can do" attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place at the hospital.
Resolves questions with the Pharmacist, Nursing service, and/or Physician Answers the phone promptly and appropriately.
Promotes and maintains professional relationships with other departments Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra- departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Fosters mature professional relationships with fellow employees in a courteous, friendly manner as measured by management observation and peer input.
Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested.
Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Light lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 10-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs is required.
Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending and reaching is required.
Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.
Come work where you can make a difference everyday.
At Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, care is at the CORE of who we are.
We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence.
We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter – every interaction, every time.
Compassion – We imagine what others are going through, work to alleviate suffering, and create joy whenever possible.
Ownership – We take pride in our work, act with integrity, and feel personal responsibility for achieving our mission.
Respect – We listen, understand, and communicate openly and politely.
We recognize our diverse strengths.
Excellence – We set high standards for performance in delivering the safest patient care.
We give extraordinary and meaningful experiences to our patients, their families, team members, and the community we serve.

Pharmacy Intern, Outpatient and Inpatient Pharmacy, PRN

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