Pharmacy Intern YR4

Pharmacy Intern YR4 ton-Wellesley Hospital United States, Massachusetts, ton 2014 Washington Street (Show on map) May 12, 2026 Supports the mission of the Pharmacy department by ensuring that the right patient receives the right medications in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with delivering medications to the patient care areas. Uses Omnicell automated dispensing system, Epic computer software and prepares IV admixtures including Chemotherapy. Gains experience in the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies. The Pharmacy Intern may also be involved in the dissemination of drug information.

Essential Functions:

• Fills and delivers medications requested by nursing units and as needed for Omnicell automated dispensing machine after complete check by a registered pharmacist.
• Assists IV Pharmacist in sterile compounding. Assembles and manufacture IV Admixtures, small and large volume parenterals, irrigation solutions, skin tests, and other sterile dosage forms.
• Assembles and prepares chemotherapeutic agents if needed including the aseptic transfer of chemotherapy agents to large volume parenterals using aseptic technique to assure sterility and negative pressure technique to assure no drug contact.
• Prepare extemporaneous dosage forms not available from commercial sources.
• Assembles and prepares medications for unit dose prepackaging.
• Performs and records daily temperature checks of nursing unit refrigerators.
• Inventories and restocks supplies on shelves in immediate fill area on a daily basis.
• Performs monthly stock checks for expired medications.
• Performs good customer service skills via telephone or in person at Pharmacy window and while rounding on patient care areas.
• Adheres to HIPPA regulations regarding confidentiality and patient privacy.
• Narcotic control and assists in record maintenance
• Maintains proper licensure and educational requirements and provides documentation upon request
• Assist Pharmacist in gathering information to advise nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications

Education:

High School diploma required Enrollment in an accredited Pharmacy Program Experience Training as a Hospital Pharmacy Technician strongly preferred but not required.

Licenses and Registrations:

Must meet eligibility requirements for Massachusetts registration as a Pharmacy Intern.

Knowledge and Skills:

Familiarity with medical/drug terminology and abbreviations preferred. Ability to appropriately handle controlled substances. Demonstrated ability to walk and stand 70% of the time and to lift up to 35 pounds. Demonstrates proper use of equipment and supplies according to established procedures. Maintains equipment in safe and proper working order. Adheres to department/ hospital policies and procedures in performing duties and assignments. ton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.