Brown University · 3 months ago
Pharmacy Intern
Rhode Island Hospital
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $26.60/hrBrown University Health, in collaboration with RIH Rhode Island Hospital, is seeking a Pharmacy Intern to assist pharmacists in the preparation and dispensing of medications. The role involves various technical and clinical tasks under supervision, aimed at fostering professional development and ensuring compliance with established policies and regulations.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Assists in the formulation and preparation of medications, under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, by:
Reviewing practitioner medication orders and preparing medications for review and dispensing by a pharmacist
Performing general operations of automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) (i.e., Omnicell,) and electronic radio frequency identification (RFID)-enabled inventory management solution (i.e., Kitcheck) used in the inventory control and distribution of pharmaceuticals and related supplies. Includes maintaining, assigning, refilling, and removing medication including controlled substances, as well as generating and interpreting reports to perform above
Maintaining operating room medication inventory, including controlled substances
Performs sterile compounding of medications in compliance with United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) Chapter <797>, USP <800>, and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommendations and Brown University Health policies and procedures
Performs non-sterile compounding of medications in compliance with USP <795>, USP <800>, NIOSH recommendations and Brown University Health policies and procedures
Performs controlled substance discrepancy resolution in conjunction with other licensed health care professionals
Participates in controlled substances inventory management in the Pharmacy and the hospital
Delivers medications to patient care areas, operating rooms, clinics, and procedural/treatment, areas
Repackages and labels medications for pharmacist review and distribution in accordance with pharmacist approved Packaging and Labeling Records. Prepares emergency medication kits for pharmacist review and distribution to patient care areas
Performs routine procurement and inventory management of medications including ordering and receipt of chemotherapy and other pharmaceutical supplies. Completes necessary paperwork for controlled substance procurement and verifies receipt of such
Processes medication requisitions for departments and laboratories for pharmacist verification
Reconciles patient and department medication charges
Performs routine preventive maintenance to all equipment according to standards for same. Assists in maintaining related Pharmacy records and files and performing equipment calibration and maintenance
Assists in maintaining the Pharmacy and medication supply areas in a neat and orderly fashion ensuring medications are stored under proper conditions for light, temperature, sanitation, and segregation
Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities and medication safety initiatives of the Pharmacy and the hospital. Utilizes approved process for reporting actual, prevented and near miss medication errors
Answers the telephone and triages as appropriate. Interacts with internal and external customers in accordance with hospital Customer Service Standards
Assists in orientation and training of pharmacy technicians and interns
Participates in pharmacy-managed medication reconciliation practice model by accurately obtaining, compiling, and verifying a current, detailed, and complete home medication history list. Medication history list shall include drug name, dose and dose form, frequency, and route of administration for prescribed medications, over the counter drugs, and complementary and alternative medications currently being taken by the patient
Documents detailed and verified current home medication list including relevant related information, if any, in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Completes clinical/operational projects to assist the Director of Pharmacy or Manager Inpatient Clinical Pharmacy Services
Utilizes available resources to gain clinical knowledge, develop judgement, and respond to drug information questions under the direct supervision of a pharmacist
Utilizes experience-based knowledge to identify opportunities for improvement related to quality, safety, regulatory, or financial outcomes
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Current enrollment in no less than the first (1supst/sup) year at an accredited college of pharmacy as a student in good standing
Maintains current unrestricted licensure as a pharmacy intern in the State of Rhode Island
Must possess solid computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, as well as email and calendar applications
Must be comfortable in using internet web applications and multiple pharmacy and system-wide applications
Strong customer service presence and verbal and written communication skills necessary to interact with patients, families, providers, direct patient care givers, and ancillary support staff
Must be able to multi-task and reprioritize as needed, while maintaining the highest-level accuracy and customer service standards
Possesses physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories, including extended periods of work time spent standing and walking
Work requires the ability to stay focused in a fast paced ever changing environment
Work requires the visual acuity and manual dexterity necessary to operate a personal computer and input data into EMR using a typical keyboard and computer mouse to navigate screens on a computer monitor
New hires into this position must successfully pass a drug screen in conformance with Rhode Island State Law
Company
Brown University
Brown University is an Ivy League research university that provides undergraduate and graduate programs. It is a sub-organization of Brown University Health.
Founded in 1764
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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