Pharmacy Intern

Job Description

About Company:

The University of Utah Health is a patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of individuals through patient care, research, and education. It is a Level 1 Trauma Center, nationally ranked, and recognized for its academic research, quality standards, and overall patient experience. With five hospitals and eleven clinics, the University of Utah Health offers comprehensive services, advances medical knowledge, and strives for excellent patient outcomes.

Job Description:

This is a Pharmacy Intern position at University of Utah Health. The intern will perform all essential functions of a pharmacist, but under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This is a structured program designed for the intern’s professional development.

Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the responsibilities and requirements:

• Progression of Responsibilities: The internship begins with technical functions within the pharmacy and gradually progresses to higher-level pharmacy functions as the intern advances in their pharmacy education.
• Essential Functions: The intern will perform the essential functions of both Pharmacy Technician I and Pharmacy Technician II.
• Problem Solving: The intern will receive training to solve problems related to the medication use process for both patients and the organization.
• Quality Improvement: The intern will identify and participate in organizational and departmental quality improvement activities aimed at improving patient care, the medication use process, and pharmacy operations.
• Medication Use Process: Interns will train to assume responsibility for the medication use process, ensuring adherence to medication use policies and all relevant laws, regulations, and standards related to pharmacy practice.
• Drug Information: The intern will learn to effectively assess appropriate drug information and literature resources to provide clear and accurate information to various audiences, including patients, other healthcare professionals, and peers.
• Qualifications:
• Must be fully matriculated and accepted into a College of Pharmacy.
• Must possess a current Utah State Pharmacy Intern Licensure *or• a current Temporary Pharmacist License issued through the State of Utah. Additional licenses may be required depending on the hiring department.
• A second or third-year intern is preferred.

• Required Skills:
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients.
• Knowledge of life span growth and development principles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.