Über diese Pharmacy Student - Mercy South Stelle bei Mercy
Find your calling at Mercy!
Supports and assists the Pharmacist in the preparation, distribution, and inventory control of medication and performs other duties as necessary for the provision of patient focused pharmacy services. Assists with training of pharmacy technicians, has been trained and is a resource person for specialty area and has an active role in improving workflow. The Pharmacist will check all medications and preparations before they are dispensed. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.Position Details:
Pharmacy Student (P1–P4)
Location: Mercy South Pharmacy
Hours: PRN
Make a Difference While Building Your Pharmacy Career
Join Mercy as a Pharmacy Student and gain valuable hands-on experience in a patient-focused healthcare environment. Working under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, you will support medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and pharmacy operations while developing the skills needed for a successful pharmacy career. You'll collaborate with an experienced healthcare team, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and play an important role in delivering safe, compassionate care to our patients.
At Mercy, we are committed to bringing care and healing to our communities through our mission, values, and service standards.
What You'll Do
As a Pharmacy Student, you will:
- Assist with medication preparation, dispensing, distribution, and inventory control.
- Support pharmacists in providing safe, accurate, and timely patient care services.
- Accurately process medication orders and documentation within pharmacy systems.
- Compound sterile products using proper aseptic technique and established procedures.
- Help maintain medication inventory and identify outdated products.
- Deliver medications to patient care areas in a timely manner.
- Support pharmacy quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and safety initiatives.
- Assist with workflow coordination and communication across departments.
- Participate in training and mentoring new team members as appropriate.
- Contribute ideas and solutions to improve efficiency, patient safety, and pharmacy operations.
What You'll Bring
Pharmacy Student I (P1)
Education
- Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy and completing your first professional year (P1).
Licensure
- Registered and in good standing with the state Board of Pharmacy as either a Pharmacy Intern or Pharmacy Technician, as required by the state of practice.
Pharmacy Student II (P2)
Education
- Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy and completing your second professional year (P2).
Licensure
- Valid Pharmacy Intern or Pharmacy Technician license/registration in accordance with state requirements and in good standing with the state Board of Pharmacy.
Pharmacy Student III (P3)
Education
- Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy and completing your third professional year (P3).
Licensure
- Valid Pharmacy Intern or Pharmacy Technician license/registration in accordance with state requirements and in good standing with the state Board of Pharmacy.
Pharmacy Student IV (P4)
Education
- Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy and completing your fourth professional year (P4).
Licensure
- Valid Pharmacy Intern or Pharmacy Technician license/registration in accordance with state requirements and in good standing with the state Board of Pharmacy.
Key Responsibilities
Medication Safety & Compliance
- Follow aseptic compounding and infection prevention practices.
- Adhere to hazardous medication handling and waste disposal procedures.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
- Perform medication storage and expiration date monitoring.
- Promote patient and medication safety in all pharmacy activities.
- Accurately perform pharmaceutical calculations and documentation.
Pharmacy Operations
- Accurately prepare and fill medication orders.
- Enter medication orders into pharmacy information systems.
- Prioritize workload based on patient needs and operational demands.
- Support inventory management, restocking, and medication delivery processes.
- Complete quality assurance documentation and temperature monitoring.
- Assist with packaging, prepackaging, and medication credit processing.
Teamwork & Communication
- Communicate effectively with pharmacists, technicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Ensure timely handoff of important information between shifts.
- Respond professionally to phone inquiries and requests.
- Participate in departmental meetings, training, and educational opportunities.
- Support department initiatives, projects, and process improvement efforts.
Technology & Equipment
- Utilize pharmacy technology and automated systems effectively.
- Operate equipment such as automated dispensing cabinets, packaging systems, robotic dispensing technology, and IV compounding equipment as appropriate.
Why Mercy?
At Mercy, you'll gain meaningful healthcare experience, work alongside dedicated professionals, and contribute to exceptional patient care while advancing your pharmacy education. Whether you're in your first year of pharmacy school or preparing for graduation, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference every day.
Because together, we bring to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service.
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
