Intern Pharmacist

Job Description

About the Company

The company for this job is Kaiser Permanente. It operates within the HMO Pharmaceutical service sector and maintains a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Kaiser Permanente routinely conducts compensation reviews and reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions or pay statuses, typically after notifying affected employees.

Job Description: Intern Pharmacist

Job Summary
An Intern Pharmacist performs the duties of a registered Pharmacist while working under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist in the fulfillment of his/her practical experience requirements.

Essential Responsibilities
• Performs typical duties of a Pharmacist, including:
• Manufacturing.
• Dispensing.
• Maintaining control of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies.
• Performing other related work as required.
• May substitute for absent pharmacy personnel as necessary.
• Must be willing and capable of preparing chemotherapy drugs using approved procedures.

Grade
395

Qualifications

Experience
• Basic Qualifications: N/A
• Preferred Qualifications: N/A

Education
• Currently attending an accredited School of Pharmacy.
• OR holding a BS in Pharmacy with an application for a CA pharmacist license submitted.

License, Certification, Registration
• Must possess an Intern Pharmacist License (California).

Additional Requirements
• Knowledge of Federal and State laws, regulations, and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services.
• Knowledgeable of modern pharmacology, compounding prescriptions, drugs, chemicals, and pharmaceutical supplies.
• Ability to extract pertinent information from patients or other sources and relate it to the patient’s medical management plan.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other staff and the healthcare team.
• Must demonstrate a caring attitude towards patients and customers and be able to interact effectively in a courteous manner.
• Must be able to participate effectively in courtesy programs.
• Expected to demonstrate effective participation and contribution in all aspects of HMO Pharmaceutical service.
• Must have a demonstrated record of attendance and punctuality per department needs.
• Ability to either type 30 WPM/6000 KPH, or type prescription labels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Skills Testing
• Typing 30 WPM OR 6,000 KPH.
• *Note*: If testing is required for qualification, an email invitation will be sent for the assessment(s). Passing scores remain valid for one year.