Pharmacy Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION: Pharmacy Intern

LOCATION: Retail Pharmacy

REPORTS: Directly to PIC and/or Lead Pharmacy Technician

COMPANY: NW Staffing LLC || dba Express Rx

Summary

The PHARMACY INTERN oversees many aspects of the retail pharmacy, with their main roll being prescription processing and patient interaction/communication. Additional duties include, but not limited to: 1) prepare pharmacy for business; 2) monitor inventory, which may include stocking and labeling; 3) record-keeping, etc. They must work well in a fast-paced environment and have strong customer service skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sterilize surfaces and equipment and prepare the pharmacy for opening
• Greet customers and answer questions
• Receive prescriptions and check their validity
• Process prescriptions electronically and ensure all information is complete and accurate
• Resolve issues when they arise, e.g., rejected insurance claims
• Select the appropriate medicine and measure dosages to fill prescriptions
• Sort, stock, label medication and monitor inventory
• Undertake administrative tasks, e.g., recordkeeping, as needed
• Comply with all security measures and quality standards
  
  

NOTE: Pharmacy Intern is prohibited from: 1) Performing the final check of a prescription; and, 2) Performing any type of counseling with patients.

EXPERIENCE or REQUIREMENTS

• Current Pharmacy School student
• Registered with State Board of Pharmacy
• Proven communication and customer service skills
• Strong math skills required
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Reliable with a keen eye for detail
• Experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a retail environment preferred
• Knowledge of medication and dosage measurement
• Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology
• Experience with a prescription management system, e.g., Pioneer, is a plus