Pharmacy Student P1

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist, and according to department policies, and procedures, and guidelines, is responsible for many supportive practice functions in the department for the purpose of providing high quality patient focused pharmacy services, and fulfilling the practice hours requirement for pharmacy education and licensure.

Position: Pharmacy Student P1

Department: Inpatient Pharmacy

Schedule: Part Time

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Requires a high school diploma and registered as a full time pharmacy student in an accredited College of Pharmacy in good standing, and registered with the Board of Pharmacy.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone communications skills to interact appropriately with hospital staff, patients, families/visitors, physicians, colleagues, and others.
• Ability to speak the English language, read, interpret and follow complicated verbal and written instruction with precision, accuracy and dependability.
• Additional language skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is very helpful.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize essential tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, including being able to perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios/proportions, etc.).
• Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.
• Ability to work proactively with the Pharmacist to learn the appropriate usage of medications on a daily basis and maintain the required level of competency to perform the essential duties and responsibilities associated with the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans