Pharmacy Intern YR2
Mass General Brigham · Newton-MA
What the posting says
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- PayStated
- $17.71–$25.28 an hourAbout $36,837–$52,582 a year at 40 hours a week (derived, not posted)
- Employment typeStated
- Part time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- rotating
Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
from the posting - EducationStated
- ['high school', 'postgraduate degree', 'professional certificate']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- High School Diploma or Equivalentrequired
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
from the posting - Pharmacist degreerequired
All applicants must be pursuing a Pharmacist degree
from the posting - Pharmacist Intern Massachusetts Licenserequired
Pharmacist Intern Massachusetts License required
from the posting - Computer and application skillsrequired
Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to the role
from the posting - Interpersonal skillsrequired
Ability to interact with and work around people
from the posting - Judgment in demanding situationsrequired
Ability to make judgments in demanding situations
from the posting - Verbal and written communicationrequired
Effective verbal and written communication skills
from the posting - Empathetic listeningrequired
Ability to listen empathetically
from the posting - Organization skillsrequired
Ability to logically organize details
from the posting - Pharmacy experiencepreferred
Pharmacy Experience 1-2 years preferred
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryThe Pharmacy Intern YR2 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 and gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies. The Pharmacy Intern may also be involved in disseminating drug information. All applicants must be pursuing a Pharmacist degree.
Does This Position Require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
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 and gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies.
May also be involved in the dissemination of drug information.
Works collaboratively with the treatment team to maximize individual patient outcomes.
Counsels patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and devices.
Monitors medication therapies by performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring drug regimens are consistent with medication use guidelines and protocols.
Assists the Pharmacist in gathering information to advise nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications.
Fills and delivers medications requested by nursing units and, as needed, for automatic dispensing cabinets after a complete check by a Pharmacist.
Adheres to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality and patient privacy.
Performs medication history interviews, first-dose teaching, food-drug interaction counseling, discharge counseling, assessment of education, and adherence.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required. All applicants must be pursuing a Pharmacist degree.
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacist Intern Massachusetts License required
Experience
Pharmacy Experience 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to the 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$17.71 - $25.28/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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