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Pharmacist CPT roles let F-1 students apply classroom training in drug therapy, patient counseling, and medication management at real clinical or retail sites. Your DSO must authorize each placement as an integral part of your PharmD curriculum, and full-time CPT during the academic year requires documented curricular justification.
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Employment Type: Part time
Shift: Rotating Shift
PHARMACIST INTERN
BOISE REGIONAL MEDICAL CAMPUS
SUMMARY
Join a very supportive, mentoring pharmacy team. In this role, the Pharmacist Intern will perform the professional functions associated with the practice of pharmacy. Works under the supervision and tutelage of registered pharmacists in accordance with the laws, rules, and regulations of the State of Idaho.
HOURS / SHIFTS:
The Pharmacist Intern could work one of the following:
- One 10-hour weekend shift a week, or
- One 10-hour weekend shift every two weeks, or
- Two 10-hour weekend shifts every two weeks
With opportunities to increase hours during summers and breaks, at the Intern's discretion.
REQUIREMENTS
Must be registered as an Extern / Intern by the Idaho State Board of Pharmacy.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
- The internship will allow the Pharmacist student to gain a better understanding of inpatient hospital pharmacy operations and pharmaceutical care.
- Collaborate and develop relationships with practicing Pharmacists who will provide support and mentorship.
- Prepares and dispenses medication orders per physicians’ request under the direction of a licensed pharmacist.
- Assists pharmacists and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care and services that are within the state scope of practice for pharmacy interns.
- Ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients. Assists the pharmacist with ensuring safe, appropriate, cost-effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Contributes to the quality and effective operation of the department. Intervenes and communicates effectively with the medical staff and other health professionals.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to create and foster a cooperative teamwork environment.
Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health.
Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
MINISTRY / FACILITY INFORMATION:
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
- Best Large Employer, Forbes
- Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health
- The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II)
- Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsPharmacist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do CPT at a retail pharmacy chain as a PharmD student?
Yes, provided your school designates the placement as an integral part of your curriculum and your DSO authorizes it on your I-20. Retail pharmacy CPT is common for PharmD students completing advanced pharmacy practice experience rotations. The employer must also verify your employment eligibility, which most large retail chains do through E-Verify enrollment.
Does working full-time CPT during my PharmD affect my OPT eligibility?
It can. USCIS counts any period of full-time CPT cumulatively. If your full-time CPT totals 12 months or more before graduation, you lose OPT eligibility entirely. Many PharmD programs structure rotations specifically to avoid crossing that threshold, so review your rotation schedule with your DSO early and track your cumulative full-time CPT hours carefully.
Do I need a state pharmacy intern license before starting a CPT pharmacist role?
In most states, yes. Practicing pharmacy under supervision as an F-1 CPT student still requires a valid state intern pharmacist license. Licensing timelines vary by state, with some boards taking four to eight weeks to process applications. Submit your intern license application as soon as you have a confirmed CPT site, not after your I-20 is updated.
How do I find pharmacist employers that are familiar with CPT authorization?
Employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for pharmacist roles are the most likely to understand F-1 work authorization requirements. Migrate Mate lets you search for pharmacy employers with that DOL filing history, which narrows your list to sites that have already handled international student paperwork rather than encountering it for the first time with you.
Can I do CPT at more than one pharmacy site during the same semester?
Only if your curriculum requires concurrent placements and your DSO authorizes each employer separately on your I-20. Some PharmD programs run overlapping rotations, but each site must be individually listed. Working at an unauthorized site, even briefly, violates your F-1 status regardless of whether your other CPT placement is properly authorized.