Pharmacy Student Intern (Rising 2Nd Year)

Seeking a Rising 2nd YearPharmacy Student that will provide PRN coverage for dayshift, nightshift and weekends.

*** COVID 19 Vaccination or approved exemption is required***

Job Summary:

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

Essential Functions:

• Under the mentorship and guidance of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Student Intern executes the tasks of a pharmacy technician or technician specialist in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. 

• S/he performs a variety of duties and technical tasks structured to assist the pharmacist, patients, pharmacy technician specialist, and other healthcare providers as well as the entire medication distribution system for hospital patients.  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic computer/keyboard skills. Good understanding of experience with medical terminology.  Able to participate in all aspects of drug distribution, communicate with other hospital employees, and prioritize work based on acuity/need.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• High School diploma or GED required.  Must be currently enrolled in an accredited school for doctor of pharmacy program.

• Registered Pharmacy Technician or Registered Student Pharmacy intern through the MD State Board of Pharmacy required.

• Pharmacy technician experience preferred.

Patient Contact

Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:

X  Neonate (0 thru 30 days)

XInfant (31 thru 12 months)

XChild (13 months thru 12 years)

XAdult (18 years thru 65 years)

XGeriatric (66+ years)

Physical Demands:

Sedentary - Light Work - Lifting up to 15 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes).  While work is mostly done sitting, a certain amount of walking or standing is often necessary.

Ergonomic Risk Factors:

Repetition:  Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons.  The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.

Working Conditions:

A. Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Risk:  Category B – MAY have exposure to blood or body fluids.

B. May be exposed to hazardous chemical and drugs

Reporting Relationship:

Reports to Manager Operations