Pharmacist Intern | Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy | PRN status

Pharmacist Intern

Our Logan Health Inpatient Hospital Pharmacy is looking for a Registered Pharmacist Intern to join their team here in Kalispell, MT. This is a paid PRN (as needed) position. You must be enrolled or a graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy, have your Montana Board of Pharmacy Registered Intern Pharmacist license. This role assists Pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory and patient records. All job duties are performed under the supervision of a registered Pharmacist.

Qualifications:

• Montana Board of Pharmacy Pharmacist Intern license required.
• Current enrollment or graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy required.
• Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems preferred.
• Possess an understanding of medical terminology and calculations preferred.
• Possess strong knowledge of medication brand and generic names preferred.
• Previous Pharmacy experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties:

• Manufactures, prepares, compounds, packages and labels pharmaceuticals within a specialized program. These may include, but may not be limited to; IV additive service, oncology medications, and investigational drug service.
• Exhibits working knowledge of aseptic technique for preparing sterile products.
• Assists Pharmacists in dispensing medications by obtaining Pharmacist verification prior to distributing medications as prescriptions.
• Performs patient billing timely and accurately per department protocol.
• Accurately delivers narcotics and documents delivery according to procedure.
• Assists Pharmacists in ordering and receiving pharmaceuticals. Receives and unpacks medication orders noting discrepancies to invoice.
• Assists Pharmacists in monitoring stock for outdated medications and properly disposes in a timely manner.
• Effectively uses precautionary measures for blood product derivatives, needles, syringes, chemotherapeutic agents, and/or chemicals.
• Exhibits knowledge of new drug products.
• Accurately fills patient orders, floor stock, medication carts and/or unit inspections at assigned locations.
• Outpatient area: Delivers and counsels patients leaving the inpatient or outpatient departments as part of the "Meds to Beds" program.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with generous matching
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Logan Health Fitness Center - Waived registration fee and 1/2 off monthly membership dues

Shift: Variable - 10 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule: PRN - scheduled as needed, variable 10-hour shifts

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

PRN positions (also referred to as Casual, As Needed, or Per Diem) at Logan Health offer flexibility and are designed to provide coverage during busy periods, employee absences, and vacations, making them an excellent opportunity to support the team as needed. PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan and have access to the Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, they may qualify for hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours, offering extra compensation based on department-specific scheduling needs. Pay rates and scheduling practices may vary by department.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

• Criminal background check
• Reference checks
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening
• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.