Pharmacy Intern - Toledo

Overview

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Job Description

Summary: Aids pharmacists in the processing, preparation, and dispensing of medication orders, sterile and non-sterile products, hazardous medication, TPNs, nursing supplies, and the delivery of these products to nursing units. Assists in clinical care under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist by performing medication reconciliation, clinical patient care, and other clinical duties as assigned. Works an average of 12 hours/week during the school year and 32-40 hours/week over the summer.

Job Description

Essential Functions: Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of and compliance with USP 795, 797, and 800 standards and other regulatory requirements, which allow safe and accurate preparation and/or compounding of unit-dose medications (both oral and IV), including reconstitution when applicable. Completes daily, weekly, and monthly documentation of completed tasks in designated record keeping systems. Fills and delivers unit-dose medication cart on time and according to designated workflow. Restocks pharmacy work areas, pharmacy satellites, and ADCs with medications and supplies as needed. Inspects medication storage areas for expired or unusable medications pursuant to standards set forth by the regulatory agencies. Assists pharmacists in processing new medication orders and answering phones. Provides accurate, safe, effective handoff to other team members. Participates in training new employees in the main pharmacy and those new to satellites or specialized areas. Participates in the peer review process and serves as a role model and coach to Inpatient Pharmacy Technicians. Completes intern projects and assignments such as topic discussions, journal clubs, clinical rotations and case presentations, research projects and presentations, professional development activities, intern-specific competitions. Education Requirement: Actively enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy. Licensure Requirement: Eligible for a State Board of Pharmacy Intern License.

Skills

• Ongoing Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I competencies, knowledge, and skills.
• Physical
• Requirements:
• OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required,
• Fume /Gases /Vapors,
• Lifting /
• Carrying: 21-40 lbs
• FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste,
• Flexing/extending of neck,
• Interpreting
• Data,
• Lifting /
• Carrying: 11-20 lbs,
• Pushing /
• Pulling: 0-25 lbs,
• Pushing /
• Pulling: 26-40 lbs,
• Reaching above shoulder,
• Sitting,
• Squat/kneel
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Bend/twist, Chemicals/Medications,
• Computer skills,
• Decision
• Making,
• Depth perception,
• Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning,
• Hearing acuity,
• Lifting /
• Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing,
• Walking
• Additional
• Physical
• Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified) "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet" The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.