Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Pharmacy Intern is a valuable member of our team, under the general supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Intern prepares medication for dispensing pursuant to a Pharmacist-reviewed medication order or computer-generated list. The Pharmacy Intern may, under direct supervision by a pharmacist, perform all duties of a licensed pharmacist, including the compounding of patient-specific medication. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior communication and organizational skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Intern may perform all duties of a licensed pharmacist, including the compounding of patient-specific medication.
• Under the general supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Intern prepares medications for dispensing pursuant to a Pharmacist-reviewed medication order or computer-generated list.
• Repackages medications under the supervision of a Pharmacist following Departmental Policy & Procedure.
• Fills unit dose cassettes from pharmacy profiles or medication fill list.
• Fills new medication orders for first doses.
• Processes floor stock emergency drug and drug transfer requisitions.
• Maintains appropriate levels of inventory in work area.
• Maintains proper medication storage.
• Assists the Pharmacist in restocking crash carts and emergency boxes as needed.
• When assigned, delivers medications and I.V. solutions.
• When assigned, completes patient care unit inspections.
• Maintains awareness of and follows all rules, policies and procedures of the department. In addition, all State Pharmacy laws and DEA controlled substance laws will be strictly observed and followed.
• Restocks unit-based dispensing cabinets.
• Reviews patient profiles for drug-drug interactions and medication use evaluations.
• May be assigned to supervise Pharmacy Students.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Possess an official Pharmacy Intern Permit issued by the University of the State of New York Education Department.

Preferred Qualifications: Availability year round. Hospital Pharmacy experience.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

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• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

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