PHARMACIST - LICENSE PENDING - PRN
UHS
Summary
The Pharmacist Intern in coordination with the Director of Pharmacy is responsible for understanding of all legal and accreditation/certification requirements and applicable facility policies, procedures, codes and standards. This includes pharmaceutical and professional functions relating to pharmaceutical care provided at this facility.
Job description
Summary Statement & Purpose
The Pharmacist Intern in coordination with the Director of Pharmacy is responsible for understanding of all legal and accreditation/certification requirements and applicable facility policies, procedures, codes and standards. This includes pharmaceutical and professional functions relating to pharmaceutical care provided at this facility.
Specific Performance Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Pharmacy and/or Pharmacist to perform pharmaceutical distribution, chemicals and pharmaceutical preparations, safely, accurately, and according to state and federal regulations.
- Procure medications and dispense medications to the Automatic Dispensing machines and or medication cabinets/carts under supervision/review of pharmacist.
- Review/audit Automatic Dispensing machine reports and understand process to troubleshoot solutions.
- Demonstrate appropriate judgment in communicating with physicians/licensed practitioners, nurses and other facility staff.
- Review all patient medication orders and document pertinent information in a timely manner in the pharmacy software program within interventions with oversite of the pharmacist.
- Monitor patient profile for drug interaction, adverse drug reactions, and all other aspects of appropriate drug therapy in coordination with the pharmacist.
- Effectively monitor the formulary to enhance the effectiveness of treatment, and achieve cost controls.
- Appropriately fill and label all drug containers when filled from pharmacy vs dispensed from Omnicell.
- Dispense all narcotic drugs when applicable and maintain appropriate inventories and State/Federal regulations under supervision/review of a pharmacist.
- Properly dispose of hazardous pharmaceutical waste under supervision/review of pharmacist when applicable.
- Ensure proper distribution, procurement, and clinical services functions within the pharmacy under supervision/review of pharmacist.
- Inspect all pharmaceutical supplies and services provided by the pharmacy.
- Provide counseling and consultation concerning medication to patients, families and facility staff, including providing educational materials, outpatient services, and samples as required.
- Provide Long Acting Injectable medications in house or through outside pharmacy. Administer and/or educate medication RN LAI when applicable.
- Consult (verbally or in writing) when requested or when appropriate under supervision/review of pharmacist and document accordingly.
Requirements
- Enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy Program.
- Active Pharmacist Intern License
- Must possess the experience to oversee the provision of medication requirements for the patient populations treated in this facility, including knowledge of dosage for age-specific populations.
- A working knowledge of Joint Commission Standards, OSHA regulations, and state and federal laws and regulatory requirements.
- A minimum of one year's experience in a healthcare setting.
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.