Pharmacy Intern

remote typeOnsite

locationsBelmont-MA

time typeFull time

posted onPosted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition idRQ

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.

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Assists pharmacists and administrative staff in the provision of pharmaceutical care services. Responsible for participation in pharmacy operations, medication distribution, inventory control, Omnicell usage, and maintenance of personal technical competency.
Technical skills required include expertise in Omnicell use and medication preparation. Additionally, provides exemplary customer service, contributes to the efficient operation and productivity of the Pharmacy Department, and displays the interest and motivation to achieve excellence in pharmacy practice in the institutional setting.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Distribution Responsibility
1. Prepares pharmaceutical preparations in a quality manner under the direction of the pharmacist utilizing pharmacy software and hardware systems
2. Performs Omnicell pharmacy functions
3. Ensures functionality of barcode scanning

Inventory Responsibility
1. Ensures that drugs and supplies are available in the department and designated hospital care areas by maintaining appropriate inventories
2. Uses cost containment measures in ordering and maintaining pharmaceutical stock

Operational Responsibility
1. Provides positive, supportive, and courteous communications to patients, families, visitors, and hospital personnel at all times
2. Completes project assignments from Management as needed

Technical Growth Responsibility
1. Maintains Pharmacy Intern licensure and documentation of hours
2. Assists in clinical programs as needed under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist

Qualifications - External
Education:

High school graduate, enrolled in approved School/College of Pharmacy , or an unlicensed graduate of a school of pharmacy

License:

MA Pharmacy Intern license required

Experience:

Previous experience as a pharmacy intern in a hospital setting preferred

Work Schedule:

Rotating shift including weekends and holidays

EEO Statement

It is the policy of McLean Hospital to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment and existing employees without regard to their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or a condition related to pregnancy including, but not limited to, lactation or the need to express breast milk for a nursing child, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable law or regulation.

Remote Type

Onsite
Work Location

115 Mill Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours

40
Employee Type

Regular
Work Shift

Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:

The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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