Pharmacy Intern - PRN - Evening
Company: Houston Methodist Hospital
Location: Stafford
Posted on: April 17, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Pharmacy Intern is responsible for
performing functions as a pharmacy technician and participates in a
variety of routine pharmacy services such as medication acquisition
and distribution, including but not limited to: triaging phone
calls, repackaging medications, labeling medications,
charging/crediting medications, compounding medications, and
inventorying medications. The Pharmacy Intern may perform any duty
of a pharmacist provided the duties are delegated by and under the
supervision of a Pharmacist licensed by the Texas State Board of
Pharmacy as a preceptor.
The Pharmacy Intern program is designed as a three-year
longitudinal experience while the student progresses in an
ACPE-accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. Student
pharmacists enrolled in an ACPE-accredited PharmD program are
eligible for entry into the program when they have completed the
first semester of their first year (P1).
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a
dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health
care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or
achievement of identified patient specific goals.
- Proactively supports and assists with training new employees
and all other pharmacy learners (e.g. residents, interns, students
and volunteers).
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assists with optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy
operations and to support the workflow needs of the pharmacy
department.
- Contributes in departmental efforts to resolve drug related
problems and maximizing patient care.
- Presents or assists with in-services for pharmacy staff as
directed by Pharmacy Management. Participates in workgroups,
committees, and continuing education activities for technical
staff.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs efficient and safe medication acquisition and
distribution functions such as, but not limited to: telephone
triaging, repackaging of medications, labeling medications,
charging/crediting of medications, compounding medications, and
inventorying of medications.
- Provides support to the workflow and reports any problems to
the appropriate parties. Accurately documents and completes
paperwork for the assigned role/function.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Recommends
solutions in achieving departmental objectives.
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Suggests/Promotes/Participates in improvements to workflow in
coordination with the Pharmacy Manager/Pharmacy Intern Program
Coordinator.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy
Intern.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited PharmD program and have
completed the first semester of their first year (P1)
WORK EXPERIENCE
- None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- LPHT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech - State Registration -- Texas
Pharmacy Technician Registration OR
- RPI - Reg Pharmacy Intern - State Licensure -- Pharmacy Intern
Licensure
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
- Proficient in performing accurate calculations required for
usual dosage determinations
- Proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include, hospital/ pharmacy related software, drug
preparation pumps/devices, packaging and labeling machines,
automated drug dispensing equipment, prescription balances, and
portable data processing units
- Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills
with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of
excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians
and co-workersSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional Yes
- Other (department approved) NoON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* NoTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News &
World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas (two-way tie) and one
of America's "Best Hospitals." As a full-service, acute-care
hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship
hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the
nation's largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in
innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program.
Two of Houston Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among
the nation's leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell
Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also
has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University
of Houston. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more
than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers
unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the
world.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive
of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal
Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept
to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will
not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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