Examine medication orders to catch and fix potential drug issues
Suggest alternative medications from the formulary when needed
Mix and ready medications for distribution to patient units
Answer questions about medications for clinical staff and patients
What they're looking for
Currently studying at an accredited pharmacy school or have equivalent international credentials
Must hold a valid Ohio Pharmacy Intern License before starting
First-year pharmacy students preferred
At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.
We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That's the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.
Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world-class care to our community for over 100 years. Here, we strive for patient-centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family.
The Cleveland Clinic Department of Pharmacy aspires to provide advanced educational knowledge to prepare Student Pharmacists for their post-graduation goals. As a Pharmacy Intern, you will develop the skills necessary for ensuring proper patient care and support. You will gain hands-on experience in patient consultation, technical functions, medication therapy management, specialty medication services, technology development and quality assurance. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to start your journey as a Pharmacist within an innovative healthcare setting.
This is an intern position. A caregiver in this role will be required to work every 3rd weekend during the school year. For summer expectations, every other weekend will be required. 1st and 2nd shifts will be the primary coverage as early as 7:00am and as late as 11:30pm. 3rd shift is also available for those as well. Training will be held 2-4 weeks.
A caregiver who excels in this role will
Review and assess medication orders to identify, prevent, and resolve potential and actual drug related issues.
Recommend formulary alternatives when appropriate.
Compound and prepare medications for delivery to patient care areas.
Provide drug information and education to medical staff and patients.
Communicate with physicians and other clinicians as necessary to facilitate care.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include
Enrollment in an accredited College of Pharmacy Program meeting education requirements to qualify for an Intern License in the State of Ohio OR international pharmacy experience meeting the requirements to qualify for the Foreign Graduate Pharmacy Intern License
Current State Board of Pharmacy Intern License (PH/INT) before hire
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include
1st-year student preferred
Physical Requirements
Typical physical demands include ability to perform job while standing, reaching, stretching and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer functions of job.
Personal Protective Equipment
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
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Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
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