About the role#
As a Pharmacist Pre-Grad Intern at Guardian Pharmacy, you will work under the direct supervision of a licensed Staff Pharmacist. This role provides practical experience in a long-term care pharmacy setting. You will help ensure patients receive accurate medication management while preparing for your future career as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Receive and interpret prescription orders from healthcare providers, using professional judgment to determine the feasibility of dispensing.
- Verify orders for safety, checking for patient allergies, drug incompatibilities, and refill frequency.
- Compound IV, topical, and oral medications.
- Manage the dispensing process, including order entry, filling, and packaging medications for patients.
- Communicate directly with patients, doctors, and nurses to answer questions.
- Monitor inventory levels, place orders for stock, and identify cost-effective products for exception items.
- Manage pharmacy supplies like vials, labels, and cassettes.
- Handle prescription transfers to other pharmacies when necessary.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in pharmacy school and in good standing.
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- A current Intern Pharmacist License where applicable.
- At least 1 year of related experience.
- Advanced computer skills, with preference given to those with pharmacy operations system experience.
- Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy.
- Ability to work independently, solve problems with minimal direction, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once in a busy, team-oriented environment.
- A quality-minded approach, including the motivation to identify and address potential errors.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, part-time position located in Madison, Wisconsin.
- The role requires the ability to work flexible hours, including a schedule of Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, as well as rotating weekends from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
About Guardian Pharmacy
Guardian Pharmacy is a long-term care pharmacy company based in Atlanta. Founded in 2004, the organization employs 1,525 people. It provides medication management and consultative services to residents in assisted living, skilled nursing, and behavioral health facilities. The company operates through a model that combines local pharmacy services with national support resources.
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