Pharmacy Intern Ambulatory Care Population Health

• Job Description

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Location:

Chicago, Illinois Business Unit:

Rush Medical Center Hospital:

Rush University Medical Center Department:

Pharmacotherapy Clinic

• Work Type:

• Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)

• Shift:

• Shift 2

• Work Schedule:

• 4 Hr (4:00:00 PM - 9:00:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

• Pay Range:

• $22.00 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

• Summary:

• The pharmacy intern position on the ambulatory care team will be focused on assisting pharmacists with system population health initiatives to improve Rush patient outcomes.

In this role, the pharmacy technician will reach out to patients, providers, and/or pharmacies to improve patient compliance and gaps in medication therapy. They will work closely with ambulatory care pharmacists to ensure accurate documentation is placed in patient charts. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

• Other information:

• Job Requirements:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college of pharmacy
• A current Pharmacy Technician Student license for the state of IL
• Ability to effectively follow directions, analyze problems and interpret analytical data.
• Strong communication skills with an emphasis on customer service skills.
• Accountable for his/her actions, progress and development.
• Attention to detail to provide high quality care and accurate medication preparation.
• Ability to operate technology accurately and efficiently by the end of the defined training period.
• Consistently demonstrates leadership and initiative to peers and others in handling workload. Planning, prioritizing, and analyzing situations are frequently required.
• Consistent outstanding attendance record relating to tardiness and absences. Willing to fill unscheduled absences as required. Preferred
• Attitude to learn and grow professionally
• Superior time management skills in order to balance school and work without compromising either Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Environment Equipment/Machines Used in

Performing Work:

Microsoft Outlook, Epic, pharmacy automation, fax machine, copier and other office equipment as necessary.. Physical Demands

• Working Conditions:

• May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to chemotherapeutic agents.

Lifting up to 30 pounds, continuous standing, and frequent walking may be required. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a not full time position. Shifts will vary from daytime to evening and included weekends. As noted above, once the intern becomes a P3 student, evening medication reconciliation shifts are expected at least once weekly. In addition, interns are expected to pick up shifts during holiday and summer breaks. It's possible that full time work may be available if the intern is interested.

• Responsibilities:

• + Complete proactive outreach and communicate professionally with patients, providers, pharmacies, and/or pharmacy to obtain relevant health/medication information.

+ Navigate Epic electronic health record (EHR) to find required information to address specific population health initiative need + Document potential barriers and recommendations from patient and/or pharmacy interactions accurately in the EHR + Follow policy and procedures for patient outreach and escalation procedures + Complete all required training to effectively address a specific population health initiative + Train other pharmacy technicians per diems or pharmacy department personnel in population health related workflows, as needed + Performs other duties as assigned.

• Disclaimer:

• The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.

It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

• Position
• Pharmacy Intern - Ambulatory Care - Population Health
• Location

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US:

IL:

Chicago

• Req ID
• 27160