Pharmacist Intern Job at Sutter Health, Santa Rosa, CA

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  • Sutter Health
  • Santa Rosa, CA

Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** SSRRH-Sutter Santa Rosa Reg Hospital **Position Overview:** Must be licensed as a pharmacist within 90 days of hired date Under the direction of a licensed Pharmacist, performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost efficient medication therapy. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. Acts as a support person to the staff pharmacist and, in this capacity, gains the hours of experience required to be eligible to take the licensure examination to become a pharmacist. **Job Description** : **JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:** PHARMACY SERVICES + Assists in the provision of pharmaceutical services including drug preparation, distribution, inventory control, quality control, and proper documentation according to policy and procedure. + Performs billing, pricing, record keeping, and provision of services required to meet regulatory requirements. + Maintains records of drug distribution, works with vendors to requisition or return drugs. + Accurately interprets, transcribes and dispenses orders/prescriptions, under the direction of a pharmacist. + Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames. + Mentors and fosters a constructive teaching environment that helps students, interns, and Pharmacy Technicians build confidence in their skills, knowledge and abilities. CLERICAL + Performs general clerical tasks, such as answering phones; updating patient information; or retrieving, entering, and revising patient Electronic Health Records (EHR). + Prepares and completes accurate documentation related to patient in medical and departmental records as required. SAFETY + Participates in quality improvement processes, including updating and revision of safety and procedure manuals and interdisciplinary projects. + Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment by complying with policies, procedures and regulations. + Protects patients and technicians by adhering to infection-control protocols. COMPLIANCE + Maintains strictest confidence of all patients Protected Health Information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure. + Assists the Pharmacists in preparing, administering, and documenting medications and treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations. + Complies with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state board of pharmacy, the drug enforcement administration, and the food and drug administration by assisting Pharmacists in monitoring nursing unit inspections; maintaining records for controlled substances; removing outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory; maintaining current registration; studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation. + Retains certification and completes mandated continuing education requirements to meet facility and regulatory agencies accreditation and licensure requirements. + Develops hospital staff's pharmacological knowledge by participating in clinical programs, training pharmacy staff, students, interns, externs, residents, and health care professionals. **EDUCATION:** Must have satisfactorily completed three years of internship post graduation of an accredited school of pharmacy. **CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:** PHARMI-Pharmacy Intern Must be licensed as a Pharmacist within 90 days of hired date **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:** A working knowledge of home infusion pharmacy operations Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations. Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures. Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications. Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP). Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments a **Job Shift:** Varied **Schedule:** Full Time **Shift Hours:** 10 **Days of the Week:** Variable **Weekend Requirements:** Every other Weekend **Benefits:** Yes **Unions:** Yes **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Weekly Hours:** 40 **Employee Status:** Limited Term (Fixed Term) Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $30.75 to $36.90 / hour _The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._

Job Tags

Full time, Fixed term contract, Local area, Work from home, Shift work, Weekend work,

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