Aurora Health Care

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.
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
Intern registration: NC, SC, GA
Licensure: GA (intern), IL (tech)
Permit: AL
Certification: SC
Tech registration: WI
Education Required
High School Diploma or GED equivalent and current enrollment in an accredited College of Pharmacy in the 2nd year of the program or equivalent sessions if enrolled in an accelerated program required.
Experience Required
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:
Proficient computer skills
Works well with management and pharmacy staff
Solid communication, analytical, and organizational skills
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, climb, twist, crawl and reach above shoulders
Requires considerable walking, standing, pushing mobile cart of approximately 50 pounds and lifting 35 pounds of material
Must have functional vision, touch and hearing
Must be able to speak and be understood by others to communicate effectively
May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease for which appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is utilized to minimize exposure
Frequent fine motor motion of hands and wrists to perform manipulative skills such as writing, typing, data entry into the computer, and preparation of medications, including use of syringes
Takes necessary precautions to avoid inadvertent needle sticks, minor cuts or bruises. Exposed to various conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and changes in temperature and humidity.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job
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.
Preferred Job Requirements
Preferred Education:
No additional education necessary
Preferred Certification / License
No additional certification or license necessary
Preferred Experience
Preferred experience as an Intern I at an Advocate Health facility for 1 year
Preferred Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
No additional knowledge, skills, or abilities necessary
DISCLAIMER
All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

Pharmacy Intern II

Pharmacy Intern II

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