What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Intern YR3 position at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI?
Summary
The Pharmacy Intern YR3 supports the mission of the Pharmacy department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas. Uses related computer software, gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies. The Pharmacy Intern may also be involved in the dissemination of drug information.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
-Participate in interdisciplinary rounds.
-Work collaboratively with the treatment team to maximize individual patient outcomes.
-Perform medication history interviews, first dose teaching, food-drug interaction counseling, discharge counseling, assessment of education, and adherence.
-Create updated medication lists for patients upon discharge from hospital stay or end of clinic appointment.
-Counsel patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and devices.
-Monitor medication therapies through performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring drug regimens are consistent with medication use guidelines and protocols.
Education Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Studies required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Pharmacy Intern [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required Experience Pharmacy Experience 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to role. - Ability to interact with and work around people. - Ability to make judgments in demanding situations. - Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work. - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to listen empathetically. - Ability to logically organize details.
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Occasionally
Lifting Frequently
Carrying Frequently
Pushing Occasionally
Pulling Occasionally
Climbing Rarely
Balancing Frequently
Stooping Occasionally
Kneeling Occasionally
Crouching Occasionally
Crawling Rarely
Reaching Frequently
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Foot Use Rarely
Vision - Far Constantly
Vision - Near Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and by embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. EEO is the Law.
Education Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Studies required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Pharmacy Intern [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required Experience Pharmacy Experience 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to role. - Ability to interact with and work around people. - Ability to make judgments in demanding situations. - Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work. - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to listen empathetically. - Ability to logically organize details.
Physical Requirements
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and by embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. EEO is the Law.