Pharmacy Intern - Olympia (PRN/Per Diem)
Pharmacy Intern - Olympia (PRN/Per Diem) at Kaiser Permanente — Olympia, WA, US
- Company: Kaiser Permanente
- Location: Olympia, WA, US
- Employment type: Internship
- Posted: 2026-07-20
About this role
Job Summary:
This position provides practical work experience for pharmacy students in an environment that emphasizes patient-centered care. Facilitates the recruitment of pharmacists by enhancing ties with the colleges of pharmacy. Provides a mechanism for exposing KFHPW pharmacists to innovative/emerging concepts in pharmacy practice discussed in the academic setting. Provides mentoring opportunities for staff pharmacists, which will facilitate: Development of teaching & preceptor skills of the pharmacist-requires current clinical competency; Creating challenging/stimulating work environment for staff.
Essential Responsibilities:
- The timely and appropriate distribution of drug therapy in compliance with state and federal laws and in accordance with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington policies and procedures.
- Effectively communicate with patients concerning their medications on issues including, but not limited to: mechanism of action, adverse effects, dosing, and storage requirements.
- Assure 100% appropriateness of drug therapy under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Ensures patient safety by identifying opportunities to prevent unusual occurrences; consistently performing safety checks when dispensing medications; and taking appropriate steps to resolve and report unusual occurrences.
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