Pharmacy Intern
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Job Description
About Company
This position is for the University of Southern California (USC), located in Los Angeles City (LA City). The University considers various factors when determining compensation, including the scope of responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, internal equity, legal requirements, and market considerations.
Job Description, Detailed
This role is for a Pharmacy Intern, working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The primary goal is to contribute to optimal patient care through medication management, clinical monitoring, and drug information provision.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties):
• Medication Distribution & Preparation:
• Perform drug distribution and intravenous (IV) admixture throughout the hospital.
• Accurately and efficiently prepare and dispense medications, subject to pharmacist verification.
• Maintain competency in aseptic technique.
• Obtain certification in chemotherapy preparation practices and demonstrate competency in utilizing a closed system transfer device.
• Competency in repackaging/unit-dosing medications using the MILT4 program.
• Automated Dispensing Systems & Inventory Management:
• Demonstrate competency in performing ALL aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems.
• Assist in ensuring that all medications are appropriately barcoded.
• Maintain accurate controlled substances inventory utilizing the CII Pyxis system.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory by checking stock, assisting in restocking, and rotating medications and supplies.
• Financial & Documentation:
• Generate revenues by calculating, recording, and issuing charges (e.g., OR billing).
• Perform daily documentation of all pharmacy log sheets.
• Technology & Workflow Management:
• Appropriately use technology such as computers, telecommunications, Cerner system, Power Chart, and Pyxis to triage workflow for efficient medication delivery (e.g., checking medication history, printing labels, checking drip rates).
• Communication & Support:
• Assist healthcare providers with phone calls in a timely manner, including answering questions, fulfilling requests, and triaging calls to appropriate personnel.
• Professional Development & Patient Care (Under Direct Pharmacist Supervision):
• Participate in hospital/pharmacy department-based educational programs to enhance intellectual and professional growth.
• Assist in providing patient counseling.
• Participate in various clinical assignments to aid in providing quality patient care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
• Specialized/Technical Training: Must be a student enrolled in a full-time accredited pharmacy school program.
• Knowledge: Minimum knowledge of drug trade and generic names and pharmacy calculations.
• Customer Service: Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
• Skills: Strong organization/time management skills.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
• Intern Pharmacist (CA BOP): Required.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City): If not possessed upon hire, must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date (required within LA City only).
Compensation:
The hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 – $39.69. The specific offer will consider factors such as the position’s scope, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, relevant laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, and external market/organizational considerations.
