Pharmacy Intern Externship Per Diem Rotate

Desert Regional Medical Center is a 385 bed acute-care hospital classified as a stroke receiving center and level 2 trauma facility with an innovative , patient centered and evidence-based Rehabilitation Services Department. Our compassionate team provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including acute care rehabilitation, joint replacement & spinal surgery, neurosurgery, ICU, Telemetry, step-down care, skilled nursing, as well as outpatient therapy, hand and lymphedema clinics.

Summary
The Pharmacy Intern in this position, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, will assist the pharmacist in the efficient and accurate preparation, dispensing and delivery of pharmaceuticals and supplies. This individual will be a pharmacy student and the specific duties and responsibilities of the intern’s involvement is directly related to their academic standing or year of professional education.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Reviews and interprets orders for inpatients and outpatients to ensure the appropriateness of dosage and to determine the significance of potential drug-drug interaction.
• Prepares and dispenses appropriate amount of inpatients and outpatient medication.
• Conducts medication rounds and prepare IV additives using aseptic techniques.
• Monitor selected patient’s therapy with pharmacokinetic analysis of therapeutic drug levels to ensure effective therapy.
• Participate in educational programs and projects designed to improve the clinical and operational components of the department.

Education

Required: Actively enrolled in an accredited college/ school of pharmacy and demonstrating progress to completing the program.

Experience

Preferred: Prior experience

Certifications

Required: Registered Pharmacy Technician license. Pharmacy Technician certification (both based on state requirements)

Pay Range: $25.09 - $38.89

Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience

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