About the role#
This is a per diem internship at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. You will work under the direction of the Director of Pharmacy and Lead Pharmacist, with supervision from clinical staff. All work you perform must be approved by a Registered Pharmacist before it reaches a patient.
What you'll do#
Your main responsibility is to perform technical activities related to dispensing pharmaceuticals. You will follow New York State law in all tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited College of Pharmacy.
- No previous experience is required.
- Strong math skills and effective communication abilities.
- Good manual dexterity.
- Ability to operate standard office and pharmacy equipment, including personal computers, fax machines, copiers, and telephones.
- Proficiency with specialized pharmacy tools such as laminar flow hoods, biological hoods, compounding devices, prescription balances, and automated medication dispensing machines.
- An understanding of the limitations of the role.
Location & details#
- Location: Buffalo, New York.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Evenings, including a rotation for weekends and holidays. Hours are typically 3:00pm to 11:00pm but adjust based on your class schedule.
- Compensation: 18.73 to 24.61 USD per hour.
About Catholic Health
Catholic Health is an integrated health care system based in Rockville Centre, New York. The organization operates hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers across Long Island. It employs more than 10,000 people and manages hundreds of physician practices. The system provides clinical services in areas including cardiology, oncology, neuroscience, and pediatrics.
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