What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Intern - Fulfillment position at PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy?
7,000 Diseases - 500 Treatments - 1 Rare Pharmacy
PANTHERx is the nation’s largest rare disease pharmacy, and we put the patient experience at the top of everything that we do.
If you are looking for a career in the healthcare field that embraces authentic dedication to patient care, you don’t need to look beyond PANTHERx. In every line of service, in every position and area of expertise, PANTHERx associates are driven to provide the highest quality outcomes for our patients.
We are seeking team members who:
Are inspired and compassionate problem solvers;
Produce high quality work;
Thrive in the excitement of the ever-challenging environment of modern medicine; and
Are committed to achieving superior health outcomes for people living with rare and devastating diseases.
At PANTHERx, we know our employees are the driving force in what we do. We cultivate talent and encourage growth within PANTHERx so that our associates can continue to explore their interests and expand their careers. Guided by our mission to provide uncompromising quality every day, we continue our strategic growth to further reach those affected by rare diseases.
Join the PANTHERx team, and define your own RxARE future in healthcare!
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (onsite)
Classification: Non-Exempt
Status: Temporary
Reports to: Director, Fulfillment Services
Purpose
The Fulfillment Pharmacy Intern performs their internship duties under the supervision of a registered pharmacist (preceptor) as allowed by federal and state law. The Fulfillment pharmacy intern abides by PANTHERx Specialty Pharmacy policy, and in accordance with the Doctor of Pharmacy requirements of their institution of learning.
Responsibilities
This job operates in a pharmacy fulfillment environment. When in-office this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, see, talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Visual acuity is necessary for tasks such as reading, observing surroundings, and working with various forms of data on a screen. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This role requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing between 20 and 30 pounds.
Equal Opportunity:
PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotions or any term or condition of employment based on race, age, religion, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
PANTHERx is the nation’s largest rare disease pharmacy, and we put the patient experience at the top of everything that we do.
If you are looking for a career in the healthcare field that embraces authentic dedication to patient care, you don’t need to look beyond PANTHERx. In every line of service, in every position and area of expertise, PANTHERx associates are driven to provide the highest quality outcomes for our patients.
We are seeking team members who:
Are inspired and compassionate problem solvers;
Produce high quality work;
Thrive in the excitement of the ever-challenging environment of modern medicine; and
Are committed to achieving superior health outcomes for people living with rare and devastating diseases.
At PANTHERx, we know our employees are the driving force in what we do. We cultivate talent and encourage growth within PANTHERx so that our associates can continue to explore their interests and expand their careers. Guided by our mission to provide uncompromising quality every day, we continue our strategic growth to further reach those affected by rare diseases.
Join the PANTHERx team, and define your own RxARE future in healthcare!
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (onsite)
Classification: Non-Exempt
Status: Temporary
Reports to: Director, Fulfillment Services
Purpose
The Fulfillment Pharmacy Intern performs their internship duties under the supervision of a registered pharmacist (preceptor) as allowed by federal and state law. The Fulfillment pharmacy intern abides by PANTHERx Specialty Pharmacy policy, and in accordance with the Doctor of Pharmacy requirements of their institution of learning.
Responsibilities
- Assists with resolving processing errors or missing information.
- Supports the fulfillment queue by selecting the correct medications, strengths, and quantities for dispensing.
- Prepares and label medications according to regulatory and company standards.
- Receives routine product or service problems and refers to appropriate department for handling.
- Participates in internal audits and process improvement‑ initiatives.
- Validates shipping labels and verify carrier instructions.
- Picks, packs, and ships orders for patient delivery.
- Assists pharmacist(s) on special project(s) as assigned.
- Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy Intern Certification
- Good standing in an accredited School of Pharmacy
- Minimum course equivalency of first professional year of college of pharmacy
- Maximum course equivalency of second professional year of college of pharmacy
This job operates in a pharmacy fulfillment environment. When in-office this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, see, talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Visual acuity is necessary for tasks such as reading, observing surroundings, and working with various forms of data on a screen. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This role requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing between 20 and 30 pounds.
Equal Opportunity:
PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotions or any term or condition of employment based on race, age, religion, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.