Pharmacy Student Intern (Inpatient) - Pharmacy - UH Truman Medical Centers (varied shifts per week)

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Responsibilities

The pharmacy intern will support operational medication distribution, including sterile product preparation and inventory management. They will also assist clinical pharmacists with patient education, medication history documentation, and clinical monitoring tasks.

Qualifications

This internship is perfect for pharmacy students looking to gain hands-on experience in a hospital setting. You'll assist with medication management, inventory control, and patient education under the supervision of licensed pharmacists. Strong interest in pharmacy operations and enrollment in a healthcare degree-track program are essential.

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Pharmacy Student Intern (Inpatient) - Pharmacy - UH Truman Medical Centers (varied shifts per week)101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

UH Lakewood Medical Center, University Health Truman Medical CenterKansas City, Missouri

Department

Pharmacy Inpatient UHTMC

Position Type

Part time

Work Schedule

varied

Hours Per Week

12

Job Description

Pharmacy Intern

Gain Experience. Build Skills. Shape the Future of Patient Care.

Are you a pharmacy student looking to apply your knowledge in a real-world clinical setting? Join our pharmacy team and get hands-on experience supporting both the operational and clinical aspects of medication management in a hospital environment.

As a Pharmacy Intern, you’ll work under the supervision of licensed clinical pharmacists to help maintain the medication distribution system while building the skills needed for a successful pharmacy career.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Duties (All Interns):

  • Prepare sterile and non-sterile products in accordance with regulatory standards

  • Repackage and label medications for inpatient use

  • Restock and maintain automated dispensing cabinets

  • Assist with inventory control, including handling of controlled substances

  • Support daily drug distribution and delivery systems

Clinical Responsibilities (Based on Experience & Education Level):

  • Document accurate medication histories

  • Provide patient education on anticoagulation and heart failure medications

  • Support metabolic support coverage on weekends

  • Participate in specialty projects and clinical initiatives

  • Assist pharmacists in IV-to-PO conversions, renal dosing, anticoagulation monitoring, and pharmacokinetic dosing

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Currently enrolled in a healthcare degree-track program (Pharmacy program preferred)

  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs (e.g., to transport medication cases)

  • Strong interest in pharmacy operations and clinical practice

  • Previous work experience in a healthcare or pharmacy setting is a plus

What You’ll Gain:

  • Real-world experience in a high-functioning hospital pharmacy

  • Opportunity to develop and apply clinical skills in direct patient care settings

  • Mentorship from experienced clinical pharmacists

  • Exposure to specialty areas and advanced pharmaceutical care services

If you're ready to take your pharmacy education to the next level while making a difference in patient care, we encourage you to apply today!

University Health

University Health, located at 2101 Charlotte Street is TMC’s beautiful new outpatient care and day-surgery center, with sixteen clinics including Sabates Eye Center, Plastic Surgery, Hernia repair and Medical Imaging with Siemens 3D Mammography. University Health is a partner in the innovative UMKC Health Sciences District.
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