Healthcare J-1 Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Pharmacy

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:00:00 AM - 3:30:00 AM)

Pay Range: $22 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary

The Pharmacy Technician Intern assists licensed pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy, demonstrating leadership and initiative, and fulfilling the needs of the department and the Medical Center. The Pharmacy Technician Intern is involved in the training of newly hired pharmacy technicians and pharmacy technician interns. The pharmacy intern exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

• Recognizes and identifies various classifications of medications, medication names, dosage forms and routes of administration.
• Ability to use available print and online references as appropriate.
• Understands the pharmacy workflow including accurate and timely filling and delivery for first doses, pyxis refills, cart fill and batches.
• Understands the pharmacy workflow for medication returns and medication disposal.
• Performs pharmaceutical calculations accurately including fundamental math calculations, metric conversions, pharmaceutical dose calculations and parenteral dose calculations.
• Responsible for the accurate interpretation of EPIC pharmacy labels.
• Ability to appropriately label all medication dosage forms including auxiliary labels for expiration and storage as required.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely filling and delivery of patient-specific medications and Pyxis restocks. Ability to troubleshoot Pyxis equipment (i.e.: failed drawers, inventory, outdates).
• Ability to utilize technology in the pharmacy (i.e.: Carousels, Epic, Pharmacy Ideas) as needed for assigned duties.
• Assists in non-sterile compounding and repackaging of enteral medications.
• Responsible for answering phones, assisting callers with missing medication requests.
• Responsible for utilization of Epic for technical requests (i.e.: missing medications, Pyxis out of stock and responding to In-basket messages).
• Responsible for inventory, storage and supply maintenance of assigned areas.
• Follows stock rotation practices when putting away medication orders.
• Responsible for exchanging emergency carts and completion of required documentation as assigned.
• Responsible for knowing the laws and regulations related to controlled substances which impact appropriate dispensing, handling, and storage.
• Maintain cleanliness of all equipment and work areas.
• Actively participates in various departmental committees and educational activities as assigned.
• Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist the Pharmacy Technician Intern may perform:
• Medication admission histories
• Medication discharge counseling
• Drug Use Evaluation
• Any other duties as assigned.

Behavioral and Leadership Responsibilities

• Interacts professionally and appropriately with other health professionals and RUMC employees.
• Demonstrates ability to coach/train other technicians and pharmacy students.
• Demonstrates adaptability, initiates action, manages work, contributes to team success, communication, professional knowledge and technical skills, continuous learning and exhibits a passion for the Rush Mission, Vision and Values according to the Department of Pharmacy Technician Career Ladder expectations.
• Will participate in evening medication reconciliation once weekly during P3 year to assist achieving department’s goals in medication histories for high-risk patients.

Job Requirements:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college of pharmacy
• A current Pharmacy Technician Student license for the state of IL
• Ability to effectively follow directions, analyze problems and interpret analytical data.
• Strong communication skills with an emphasis on customer service skills.
• Accountable for his/her actions, progress and development.
• Attention to detail to provide high quality care and accurate medication preparation.
• Ability to operate technology accurately and efficiently by the end of the defined training period.
• Consistently demonstrates leadership and initiative to peers and others in handling workload.
• Planning, prioritizing, and analyzing situations are frequently required. Consistent outstanding attendance record relating to tardiness and absences.
• Willing to fill unscheduled absences as required.
• Preferred Strong desire to learn and grow professionally.
• Superior time management skills in order to balance school and work without compromising either.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Work Environment Equipment/Machines Used in Performing Work: Microsoft Outlook, Epic, pharmacy automation, fax machine, copier and other office equipment as necessary.
• Working Conditions: May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to chemotherapeutic agents.
• Lifting up to 30 pounds, continuous standing, and frequent walking may be required.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is not a full-time position.
• Shifts will vary from daytime to evening and include weekends.
• As noted above, once the intern becomes a P3 student, evening medication reconciliation shifts are expected at least once weekly.
• In addition, interns are expected to pick up shifts during holiday and summer breaks. It’s possible that full time work may be available if the intern is interested.

Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.