Inpatient Pharmacy Intern - Capitol Hill/Seattle

About the role

This position provides practical work experience for pharmacy students in an environment that emphasizes patient-centered care. Facilitates the recruitment of pharmacists by enhancing ties with the colleges of pharmacy. Provides a mechanism for exposing KFHPW pharmacists to innovative/emerging concepts in pharmacy practice discussed in the academic setting. Provides mentoring opportunities for staff pharmacists, which will facilitate: Development of teaching and preceptor skills of the pharmacist -requires current clinical competency; Creating challenging/stimulating work environment for staff.

• The timely and appropriate distribution of drug therapy in compliance with state and federal laws and in accordance with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicate with patients concerning their medications on issues including, but not limited to: mechanism of action, adverse effects, dosing, and storage requirements.
• Assure 100% appropriateness of drug therapy under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Ensures patient safety by identifying opportunities to prevent unusual occurrences; consistently performing safety checks when dispensing medications; and taking appropriate steps to resolve and report unusual occurrences.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of recent experience working with customers in any professional work setting.

• Current enrollment in accredited school of pharmacy OR actively completing licensing requirements to become a licensed Pharmacist.

• Pharmacy Intern License (Washington) required at hire

• Must have strong communication and problem solving skills to work with consumers and other health care providers.
• Must have a strong commitment towards providing excellent customer service.
• Must have ability to work as a team member with pharmacy, nursing, medical and other ancillary staff.
• May be required to travel to other Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington pharmacy locations as needed.

• Previous experience working in a pharmacy setting is preferred.