What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Pharmacist position at CommonSpirit Health?
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has exciting and rewarding careers with competitive salaries and benefits. We are a family of hospitals, health care services, and medical providers delivering compassionate care to people throughout South Puget Sound. We are part of Catholic Health Initiatives, one of the largest not-for-profit health care systems in the country.
St. Michael Medical Center is looking for compassionate professionals to join our team in our NEW HOSPITAL in Silverdale! This 500,000 Square-foot hospital will be the most energy-efficient hospital in Washington and will provide an extraordinary healing environment for our patients with beautiful views of the Olympic Mountains and Dyes Inlet. In addition, the entire campus has been developed with the well-being of our team in mind with dedicated respite areas and generous break areas (see the views!) along with the Clear Creek trail running through the hospital grounds, encouraging walks and connection with the community. Be a part of this groundbreaking addition to CHI Franciscan!
We're proud to share that St. Michael Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report.
Visit our website at www.stmichaelopening.org for 360-degree photos and virtual tour of the new hospital.
Our mission is to deliver high-quality care that meets our patients' medical needs while providing emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families. We believe this three-part approach — physical, emotional, and spiritual — is essential to healing the whole person. Come join our team!
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!
Job Summary:
Performs a variety of tasks in support of the daily workflow of the pharmacy to include the appropriate distribution of drug therapy in compliance with state and federal laws and in accordance with FHS policies and procedures. Incumbents are accountable for 1) preparing and dispensing prescribed medications for patients, 2) performing compounding of medications, 3) providing advice for non-prescription medications, 4) taking inventory and tracking medication and supply orders, and 4) following up on payments, and 5) performing routine clerical/administrative tasks. Incumbents may counsel patients on the proper use of medications and oversee the operational dispensary.
Incumbents are also accountable for: maintaining a clean and safe environment; using appropriate aseptic technique; handling controlled substances appropriately; completing all educational modules; attending regular staff meetings; keeping abreast of departmental changes/current FHS policy and procedures and The Joint Commission requirements.
Essential Duties:
- Prepares, distributes and delivers medications in accordance with American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) guidelines.
- Performs clerical and administrative tasks in support of the day to day operations of the department.
- Maintains proper stock levels in assigned pharmacy locations.
- Operates and maintains automated dispensing devices
Education/Experience:
Current enrollment in an ACPE accredited pharmacy school.
License/Certification:
- Licensed as a Pharmacy Intern by the Washington State Board of Pharmacy.
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.
