Outpatient Pharmacy Intern

Aurora St. Luke's Outpatient Pharmacy Intern

Major Responsibilities:

Under general supervision of a pharmacist, performs duties of a pharmacy technician such as: filling medication orders, delivering medications, compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations, interviewing patients to obtain medication histories, etc. 

Provides pharmacy services to the patient care areas and customers by performing clerical duties in the pharmacy to ensure efficient operations and performs duties related to medication ordering, receipt, stocking, and inventory control.

Receives and interprets prescriptions for outpatients and enters them into the pharmacy computer system. 

May learn to check medications prior to dispensing under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Under the supervision of a pharmacist, may contact and confer with physicians concerning the appropriate drug, dose, dosing interval, drug allergy, drug-drug interaction, etc., as it relates to documentation of a home medication list as part of a medication history. May provide medication information to other healthcare providers.

Under the supervision of a pharmacist, may review patient profiles and document clinical interventions, recommendations, and assessments in the electronic health record in accordance with institutional policies, professional standards, and state pharmacy laws. 

Assists patients, customers, and other caregivers as needed to obtain prescribed and over-the-counter medications.

Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships, and team building.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

Tech registration: WI 

Education Required:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent and current enrollment in an accredited College of Pharmacy in the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of the program or equivalent sessions if enrolled in an accelerated program required.   

Flexibility to travel between pharmacy locations 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of physical requirements and working conditions. 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.