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Pharmacy Intern

University of Washington

Pharmacy Intern

Kenmore, WA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    PHARMACY INTERN (TEMPORARY/HOURLY) Req #: 155159 Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY Job Location: UW Medical Center Posting Date: 04/10/2018 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $18.69 to $28.35 per hour Union Position: Yes This classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit Union Information Limited Recruitment: Other Limited Recruitment Other: Open to enrolled UW School of Pharmacy students only. Shift: First Shift Join our award-winning team at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC). Among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report, "America's Best Hospitals", UWMC prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. UWMC is operated by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UWs School of Medicine. The University of Washington is proud to be one of the nations premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. UWMC PHARMACY has multiple TEMPORARY/HOURLY PHARMACY INTERN positions available. Pharmacy Interns perform a variety of technical pharmaceutical tasks in the inpatient or satellite pharmacies. Under general supervision and control of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Intern independently performs a variety of technical pharmaceutical functions, such as compounding medications, filling medication orders, and preparing compounded sterile products. Primary job responsibilities:

    • Maintain repackaging records. * Load drawers for the PYXIS and unit dose medication distribution system. * Deliver medications, including transfer of medication drawers, to the nursing units or other areas of the hospital. * Package medications into single-unit packages. * Restock shelves in the pharmacy. * Pull outdates off shelves. * Maintain the stock levels of ward stock on the nursing units. * Prepare pharmaceutical solutions for external use. * Check stock for expiration dates. * Maintain patient confidentiality according to UW Medical Center standards. * Adhere to UWMC Pharmacy Services and UW Medical Center policies and procedures. REQUIREMENTS: * Six months of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant OR equivalent education/experience. * LEGAL REQUIREMENT: State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification. ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENT: Currently enrolled in UW School of Pharmacy. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen and background check. The use of marijuana for medical purposes accompanied by a prescription, even if permitted by state law, will not be considered acceptable for purposes of explaining a positive lab test result for marijuana. The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.
  • Industry
    Education