POSITION SUMMARY:
The pharmacy intern will support the Medication Reconciliation Team (MRT) by conducting medication histories for newly admitted patients to ensure safe transitions of care. They will counsel patients on heart failure (HF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) medications, with a focus on inhaler and diuretic use. The intern will also educate patients on appropriate insulin administration and monitoring. Additional responsibilities include providing antimicrobial stewardship education for patients prescribed high-risk antimicrobials.
The intern will document all interventions in the electronic medical record and collaborate with pharmacists and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Must learn and understand the basic principles and methods used in the department, always following established protocols.
Position: Pharmacy Intern
Department: Inpatient Pharmacy
Schedule: Per Diem
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Requires a high school diploma and registered as a full time pharmacy student in an accredited College of Pharmacy in good standing, and registered with the Board of Pharmacy.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Must have the ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize duties
Ability to work independently
Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Must have an interest in performing new and varied work assignments, and be flexible with regard to work assignments
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word is required. Knowledge or ability to learn Minitab.
Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality
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