Pharmacy Intern

Company: Kaiser
Location: Auburn
Posted on: March 8, 2023

Job Description:

-Job Summary:This position provides practical work experience for pharmacy students in an environment that emphasizes patient-centered care. Facilitates the recruitment of pharmacists by enhancing ties with the colleges of pharmacy. Provides a mechanism for exposing KFHPW pharmacists to innovative/emerging concepts in pharmacy practice discussed in the academic setting. Provides mentoring opportunities for staff pharmacists, which will facilitate: Development of teaching and preceptor skills of the pharmacist -requires current clinical competency; Creating challenging/stimulating work environment for staff.Essential Responsibilities:

• The timely and appropriate distribution of drug therapy in compliance with state and federal laws and in accordance with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicate with patients concerning their medications on issues including, but not limited to: mechanism of action, adverse effects, dosing, and storage requirements.
• Assure 100% appropriateness of drug therapy under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Ensures patient safety by identifying opportunities to prevent unusual occurrences; consistently performing safety checks when dispensing medications; and taking appropriate steps to resolve and report unusual occurrences. -Basic Qualifications:Experience
• Minimum one (1) year of recent experience working with customers in any professional work setting.Education
• Current enrollment in accredited school of pharmacy.License, Certification, Registration
• Pharmacy Intern License (Washington) required at hire -Additional Requirements:
• Must have strong communication and problem solving skills to work with consumers and other health care providers.
• Must have a strong commitment towards providing excellent customer service.
• Must have ability to work as a team member with pharmacy, nursing, medical and other ancillary staff.
• May be required to travel to other Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington pharmacy locations as needed. -Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience working in a pharmacy setting is preferred.Job Schedule: Job Category: Pharmacy

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