Inpatient Pharmacy Intern- PRN

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Performs in a training pharmacist role and provides chemotherapy and IV room technician support under the direct and continuous supervision of a pharmacist.

REPORTS TO

• Director-Pharmacy

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Supervisory Responsibilities: NO

Minimum Education: High School/GED Required

License/Certification Required: NO

Minimum Work Experience: Must be currently enrolled in a local ACPE Accredited College of Pharmacy. Previous East Tennessee Children's Hospital pharmacy technician experience preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• General computer skills.

• Strong math skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All under the direct supervision of a pharmacist who is beyond his or her probationary period:

• Trains to supervise pharmacy technicians. Gains proficiency in math calculations.

• Prepares accurate labels utilizing the proper labeling format. Any remaining labels are destroyed upon completion of packaging medications.

• Assesses and processes physician medication orders: Age appropriate criteria (i.e. dose), Appropriate route, duplication. Allergies, interactions, etc., Computer usage, Prioritizes stat or now orders.

• Maintains accurate records of: Computerized patient profiles, Controlled substances,IV Compounder, Electronic cabinet, Pharmacy computer, Unit dose log, Other as indicated

• Ensures equipment operation and maintenance of: IV Hoods, IV Computer, Electronic cabinet (omnicell), electronic Scale, printers and Computers

• Maintains medication stock, including: IV fluids, Solid, liquid dosage forms, Electronic cabinet or floor stock, Orders medications/supplies appropriately, Stores medications/supplies appropriately, Nursing unit inspections, Crash carts and boxes, Outdated medications

• Clinical Pharmacy Assessment (lab data, electrolytes, kinetics, etc.)

• Performs and supervises all general and chemo technician competencies and duties

• Prepares/selects age appropriate medication for compounding, filling, and dispensing

• Fills patient medication envelopes with the correct medication from computer labels: Medications are delivered to the proper nursing units, ancillary departments, and pharmacy satellites. Takes appropriate steps (such as double checking and checking against a copy of the physician's order) to prevent dispensing errors.

• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Interacts with all of the above in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner as observed by coordinator and peers. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times

• Continuously displays a "can do" attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place at the hospital.

• Resolves questions with the Pharmacist, Nursing service, and/or Physician

• Answers the phone promptly and appropriately. Promotes and maintains professional relationships with other departments

• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra- departmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.

• Fosters mature professional relationships with fellow employees in a courteous, friendly manner as measured by management observation and peer input.

• Willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested.

• Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Light lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 10-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs is required. Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending and reaching is required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.

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