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Legacy Community Health · 2 days ago

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Intern

Houston, TX

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

Legacy Community Health is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Southeast Texas, dedicated to delivering comprehensive and affordable health care. They are seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Intern to engage with patients, deliver innovative healthcare solutions, and contribute to the digital transformation of healthcare delivery.

Health CareNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Deliver pharmaceutical care services through direct, innovative interactions with patients and healthcare providers

Conduct both face-to-face and virtual consultations to manage chronic disease states with cutting-edge medication management

Utilize advanced techniques to obtain and analyze comprehensive medication histories for optimized patient care

Reconcile patient medications during ambulatory care visits, ensuring safety and efficacy

Engage in physical assessments and patient triaging as necessary, employing the latest diagnostic tools

Document encounters and interventions meticulously within an electronic medical record system

Design, implement, and assess therapeutic plans, utilizing state-of-the-art, evidence-based practices

Manage medication therapy, including initiation and modification, within approved procedural guidelines

Order and interpret laboratory tests to monitor and enhance medication efficacy and safety

Report and document adverse drug events meticulously, adhering to best practices and regulatory standards

Provide comprehensive drug information and education, promoting informed decision-making among patients and providers

Mentor pharmacy students and residents, fostering the next generation of healthcare innovators

Adapt quickly to evolving healthcare demands, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement

Qualification

PharmDEquivalentASHP-accredited PGY-1 ResidencyTexas Pharmacy LicenseBasic Life Support CertificationBoard Certification in PharmacotherapyCommunity Pharmacy ExperienceMedication Adherence CounselingCustomer Service SkillsProfessional DiscretionAdvanced Pharmacy Practices KnowledgeEvidence-Based Medicine KnowledgeComputer Applications ProficiencyCommunication Skills

Required

PharmD or equivalent experience from an accredited pharmacy school

Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency

Active license from the Texas Board of Pharmacy

Certification in Basic Life Support, First Aid, and CPR

Proficiency in computer applications, including Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively

Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a strong sense of professional discretion

Preferred

Board Certification as a Pharmacotherapy Specialist or Ambulatory Care Pharmacist

At least 2 years of community pharmacy and medication adherence counseling experience preferred

Experience in specialty areas such as HIV/AIDS, geriatrics, or pediatrics is advantageous

In-depth knowledge of advanced pharmacy practices and evidence-based medicine

Company

Legacy Community Health

Legacy Community Health is a full-service health care system comprised of over 50 locations in the Texas Gulf Coast region offering primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, behavioral health, dental, vision, specialty care, and pharmacy services.

Founded in 1981

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/

H1B Sponsorship

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