What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Intern position at Houston Methodist?

FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited PharmD program and have completed the first semester of their first year (P1)

EXPERIENCE

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required

RPI - Reg Pharmacy Intern - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Proficient in performing accurate calculations required for usual dosage determinations
Proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, hospital/ pharmacy related software, drug preparation pumps/devices, packaging and labeling machines, automated drug dispensing equipment, prescription balances, and portable data processing units
Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals.
Proactively supports and assists with training new employees and all other pharmacy learners (e.g. residents, interns, students and volunteers).

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists with optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy operations and to support the workflow needs of the pharmacy department.
Contributes in departmental efforts to resolve drug related problems and maximizing patient care.
Presents or assists with in-services for pharmacy staff as directed by Pharmacy Management. Participates in workgroups, committees, and continuing education activities for technical staff.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs efficient and safe medication acquisition and distribution functions such as, but not limited to: telephone triaging, repackaging of medications, labeling medications, charging/crediting of medications, compounding medications, and inventorying of medications.
Provides support to the workflow and reports any problems to the appropriate parties. Accurately documents and completes paperwork for the assigned role/function.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Recommends solutions in achieving departmental objectives.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Suggests/Promotes/Participates in improvements to workflow in coordination with the Pharmacy Manager/Pharmacy Intern Program Coordinator.
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy Intern.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

ON-CALL*

*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

TRAVEL**

**Travel specifications may vary by department**

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