Pharmacist Intern

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Piedmont Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Piedmont Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepares IV mixtures according to established procedures. Fills patient medication drawers and unit dose medication orders. Fills automated dispensing machines and other unit supplies.
• Picks up orders and medications for return from patient care areas. Makes deliveries to patient care areas. Enters charges and credits.
• Checks areas of responsibility for outdated medications and adequate levels of stock. Unpacks and stocks orders. Prepackages bulk medication to unit dose or IV bulk products to syringes.
• Assists customers to locations throughout the hospital by providing clear and accurate directions or by personally escorting them when needed. Can answer most questions or at least knows where to find the answers. Familiar with selected hospital policies and procedures.
• Effective and efficient use of equipment, supplies and people. Identifies inefficiencies and inaccuracies, responding appropriately. Acts as a data collector for department/facility PI activities. Data collection is complete and accurate. Works to ensure the department meets regulatory standards.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education: Actively enrolled in an accredited college/ school of Pharmacy and demonstrating progress to completing the program.
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • Current Pharmacy Intern license
    • American Heart Association BLS Certification, must be obtained within 7 days of hire

• Preferred:
  • Experience: Prior experience

Organization Description

Piedmont Medical Center (PMC) has served the community of York County and beyond for more than 30 years. Piedmont Medical Center Rock Hill is a 288-bed facility that has advanced equipment and experienced healthcare staff catering to the diverse needs of the community it serves. Services include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care and a Level III NICU. Piedmont Medical Center - Fort Mill opened in 2022 with 100-beds, advanced technology and a compassionate care team. The new hospital features a 24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Medical/Surgical Unit, and a wide array of Surgical Services and Women's Services.


PMC has been recognized for its elite level of safety by being awarded the Leapfrog Groups “A” Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award by SCHA (South Carolina Hospital Association) in collaboration with South Carolinas DHEC. The Cardiac Care program at PMC provides quality care and was designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by BlueCross BlueShield and a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. At Piedmont Medical Center, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of the community. Join our team!

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