Pharmacist Intern - Long Term Care - Full-Time

Guardian Pharmacy

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Lexington, Kentucky

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will work under a licensed Staff Pharmacist to process incoming orders, verify pharmaceutical feasibility, and compound various medications. They are also responsible for managing inventory, answering professional inquiries, and preparing medications for final dispensing.

Qualifications

You have graduated from an ACPE-approved school or college of pharmacy and possess at least one year of related experience. You are proficient in advanced computer skills, preferably with pharmacy operations system experience, and can work independently to meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

Must Have Skills for ATS

pharmacy operations system

Job Description

Lexington, Kentucky, United States of America

Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers.

With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career.

Guardian Pharmacy of Kentucky, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in

Lexington, KY.

Why Guardian Pharmacy of Kentucky? We’re reimagining medication management and transforming care.

Who We Are and What We’re About:

Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered.

We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you.

Job Posting

Brand new location with opportunity for growth! We provide on-the-job training, family atmosphere and competitive pay!

Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 9 am - 6:00 pm, Saturdays 9:00 am - 1:00 pm (schedule is subject to change and flexibility will be required)

Pay Range - $30 per hour

This is a newly established location offering strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We are committed to building a dedicated and compassionate team that prioritizes serving our community, with a particular focus on supporting vulnerable populations. Our work centers on caring for individuals in assisted living and long-term care settings, where reliability and empathy are essential. Each day, our customers depend on us to make a meaningful difference in supporting their ongoing health and well-being.

Working under the immediate direction of a qualified licensed Staff Pharmacist to gain the practical experience that will enable the pharmacist graduate intern to apply for licensure by examination from the Board of Pharmacy.

Attributes Required:                

  • Work Ethic/Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy
  • Strategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently
  • Problem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level
  • Team Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members

Essential Job Functions (include the following):

  • Receive incoming orders from healthcare providers
  • Verify the legality and pharmaceutical feasibility of dispensing a drug based on patients’ allergies,
  • incompatibilities with current medications, frequency of refills, etc.
  • Interpret prescription orders, to include exercising professional judgment in determining whether to dispense a particular prescription
  • Compound IV, topical, and oral medications
  • Prepare medications for final dispensing to the patient, including filling, order entry, and packaging
  • Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies as needed
  • Answer questions from patients, doctors, nurses, etc.
  • Evaluate inventory levels and place orders when below par
  • On exception items, look up most cost-effective product to order
  • Notify customer/facility if product is out of stock and when the order can be filled
  • Restock station supplies as needed – vials, cassettes, labels, delivery tickets, etc.
  • Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed

Education and/or Certifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Graduation from an ACPE approved school or college of Pharmacy

Skills and Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of related experience
  • Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred/required
  • Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines
  • Ability to solve problems with minimal direction
  • Great attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
  • Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate

Work Environment:

  • Ability to work flexible hours

What We Offer:

Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, supporting our core value of, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”

Compensation & Financial

  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with company match

Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (Full-Time employees working 30+ hours/week only)

  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Company-paid Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellbeing

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund)

Time Off

  • Paid holidays and sick days
  • Generous vacation benefits based on years of service

The Guardian Difference

Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” That’s why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonomy to tailor their business to meet their clients’ needs.

Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location.

Regardless of your role at Guardian, your voice and talents matter. Because healthcare is an ever-changing industry, we encourage innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to ensure we stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment.

At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.

Guardian Pharmacy

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