Pharmacy Intern

Job Description

Job Description

The Pharmacy Intern performs technical support functions in the department under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.

Job Code : 100187

Qualifications

License or Certification : - NoneTotal Education, Vocational Training and Experience : - Must be enrolled in Pharmacy program in an accredited Pharmacy or pre-pharmacy Program of study- General medical terminology is preferred. Machines, Equipment Used : - General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer.Physical Requirements : - Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and ability push / pull a minimum of 30 pounds, which includes the lifting, pushing and / or pulling of medical supplies and equipment and the transferring and repositioning of patients. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and / or pulling are undertaken which exceeds these minimum requirements.- Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking. - Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch are required for patient care functions and in setting up and monitoring equipmentSkills and Abilities : - Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.- Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.- Ability to work independently without supervision.Environmental Conditions : - Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure.- Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.- Handicapped accessible.- May work under stressful circumstances at times.Proficiency or Productivity Standards : - Meets established attendance standards.- Adheres to hospital / department dress code including wearing ID badge.- May be required to work weekdays and / or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines. - May be required to work on religious and / or legal holidays on scheduled days / shifts.- Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.- May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.- May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.