Pharmacy Extern

US-ID-Boise

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Req #: 100496
Type: Flex
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St. Luke's Health System

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				Overview:

At St. Luke's, our dedicated Pharmacy team is critical in providing exceptional, patient-centered care. We strive to foster an environment that embraces our employees' unique strengths, experiences and perspectives which ultimately drives our exceptional, patient-centered care.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in patient care? We are seeking a dynamic Pharmacy Extern - Medication Historian to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals. This is your chance to work closely with skilled providers and pharmacists in a fast-paced, innovative environment focused on medication history collection and reconciliation.

 As part of our Transitions of Care/Pharmacy team, you'll stay at the cutting edge of pharmacy technology while playing a critical role in enhancing patient outcomes. Be part of a highly respected department that is essential to our mission of delivering outstanding healthcare.
What You Can Expect
* Embody Our Values: Uphold the organization's mission and core values in all interactions.
* Attention to Detail: Conduct independent work with precision in medication history collection.
* Prioritize Patient Care: Identify and prioritize recently admitted patients for timely medication reconciliation.
* Engage with Patients: Use strong interviewing skills to gather comprehensive medication information from patients or families.
* Compile Medication Lists: Create detailed lists of home medications, including dosage, frequency, and last dose taken.
* Provide Superior Service: Respond promptly to requests from physicians, staff, and patients, ensuring high-quality service.
* Input Data Accurately: Enter medication history into the electronic health record with care.
* Track Your Impact: Maintain records for intervention tracking and reporting outcomes.
* Collaborate and Communicate: Participate in staff meetings to share insights and address team needs.
* Adapt and Thrive: Embrace workflow changes in our growing health system.
* Additional Duties: Support the team by taking on other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

* Enrollment in or recent graduation from an accredited college of pharmacy
* Valid Idaho pharmacy intern/extern license
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross

Responsibilities:

The Pharmacy Extern is responsible for assisting the pharmacist in preparing and dispensing medications.

* Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, compounds and dispenses medical prescriptions. 

* May be expected to perform some clerical duties relating to the department. 

* Receives and stores incoming supplies. 

* Verifies stock and enters data in computer to maintain inventory records. 

* Completes all required documentation. 

* Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

* Education: Enrollment in or recent graduation from an accredited college of pharmacy 
* Experience: 0 years's experience 
* Licenses/Certifications: Valid pharmacy intern/extern license in the state of practice AND Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross.
			
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