Medication History Pharmacy Intern Grand Rapids (for Class of 2026 Students)

Beaumont Health

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • Training
  • Part-time
  • 11 days ago
Job SummaryUnder the direct supervision of a Pharmacist, formulates, prepares, and delivers medications and pharmaceutical supplies. Exercises professional judgment in the interpretation of orders. Trained in medication reconciliation duties and pharmacy technician skills. Works with multiple medication automation systems.Position Summary:Must be enrolled in pharmacy school with an anticipated PharmD graduation date of May 2026.Internship will occur at Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals (Butterworth, Blodgett, and Helen DeVos Children’s Hospitals).In this position, the pharmacy intern will support the medication history technician team with direct patient interaction in obtaining and documenting medication history for a variety of patient populationsInternship frequency:
  • Year-round staffing: two 8-hour shifts every other weekend and approximately 3 holidays per year for duration of internship
  • Schoolyear staffing: one additional 4-hour weeknight shift per week during P3 year required
  • Summer staffing: up to full time work completing technical or clinical activities depending upon departmental needs
Essential Functions
  • Interprets physician’s orders checking for correct dose, drug, route, rate and frequency of administration. Reviews patient profile for allergies, duplication of drugs and drug interactions and accurately enters orders into computer under the supervision of a pharmacist.
  • Aseptically reconstitutes, filters, prepares and labels parenteral, sterile products, and chemotherapy, and dispenses other medications under the supervision of a pharmacist.
  • Maintains documentation and record keeping.
  • Participates in patient care activities such as drug use monitoring, pharmacokinetics dosing service and nutritional support services.
  • Provides drug information to physicians, nurses, and other members of the team in collaboration with a pharmacist.
  • Participates in special projects, such as data entry or research.
  • Completes all Spectrum Health assigned competencies by assigned due dates.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Enrolled in accredited PharmD program required
  • Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred
  • LIC-Pharmacist Intern - STATE_MI State of Michigan required
Physical Demands
  • Pallet to Waist (6" from floor)
5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs * Waist to Waist5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs * Waist to Chest (below shoulder)5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Waist to Overhead5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs * Bilateral Carry5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs * Unilateral Carry5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Pushing Force5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs * Pulling Force5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs * Sitting: Occasionally
  • Standing: Occasionally
  • Walking: Occasionally
  • Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
  • Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
  • Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
  • Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
  • Squat: Seldom
  • Stair Climbing: Seldom
  • Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
  • Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
  • Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
  • Handling: Occasionally
  • Forceful Grip
5 lbs: Seldom * Forceful Pinch2 lbs: Seldom * Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
  • Visual Acuity ¹
[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: SeldomPrimary Location SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand RapidsDepartment Name Pharmacy Services - ButterworthEmployment Type Part timeShift Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours 4Hours of Work 6 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.Days Worked Monday to SundayWeekend Frequency Every other weekendCURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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