University of Rochester Advancement · 4 months ago
Pharmacy Intern - Outpatient Pharmacy
Strong Memorial Hospital
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$23.52/hr - $32.92/hrThe University of Rochester is dedicated to fostering a community defined by equity and integrity. They are seeking a Pharmacy Intern to perform functions under the supervision of a pharmacist, including preparing, compounding, and dispensing prescriptions while participating in medication storage and inventory management activities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Trains and participates in medication storage and inventory management activities
Stocks medication areas appropriately, including automated systems where applicable
Rotates stock effectively, checking expiration dates to minimize waste, and removing expiring medications from the area
Trains and participates in customer service activities related to main pharmacy work area
Employs courtesy and uses constructive communication with pharmacy colleagues, customers, patients, and all hospital staff
Triages phone calls and handles medication requests appropriately, deferring all clinical decisions to a pharmacist for follow up
Utilizes effective service recovery techniques to troubleshoot and solve problems that may arise in the medication use system and communicates resolution to appropriate staff in a timely manner
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times
Prepares for PTCB Certification, typically through completion of the 12-week PTU program
Completes didactic, simulation, and experiential training under administration
Completes all assigned computer-based learning modules in a timely manner, organizing study materials and completing quizzes as required
Attends and completes all assigned experiential rotations as part of the PTU, including ambulatory and acute care experiences overseen by a preceptor at each site
Participates in all activities assigned at the site consistent with Pharmacy Technician duties and responsibilities
Completes all assigned simulation tasks, observed and graded by a preceptor of the program
Works efficiently and limits distractions and downtime while completing course work
Keeps unapproved absences to a minimum and ensures all missed course work is made up in a timely manner
Reviews, understands and follows all policies and procedures applicable to employment and enrollment in PTU as outlined during orientation to the program
Trains and participates in efficient medication delivery activities
Utilizes pneumatic tube system. Hand delivers patient medications
Documents transfer and tracking of medications as required
Trains and participates in medication preparation activities
Prepares medication order based on requests or recipes
Obtains correct medication
Determines the number of doses required for the defined time period
Packages medications in accordance with applicable laws
Completes logs where required
Utilizes safety check procedures where required
Operates and maintains automated system or technology as training allows
Performs medication re-packaging processes where applicable to meet patient care needs or stocking requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Be enrolled in the URMC ASHP accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program (PTTP) or become certified through an alternate method within 180 days required
PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech via the PTCB Certification Exam within 180 days required
Preferred
Previous work experience in health care preferred
Company
University of Rochester Advancement
The University of Rochester, one of the nation’s top private research universities, has built a national caliber advancement program in support of the largest campaign in the University’s history.
Founded in 1946
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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