Clinical Pharmacy Intern

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Clinical pharmacy interns are persons skilled in the practical and mechanical aspects of the profession of pharmacy, and who are enrolled in an accredited school of pharmacy actively pursuing the PharmD degree. The clinical pharmacy intern position requires a high level of function in specific skills and knowledge. Increasing involvement of pharmacists with patient care activities has increased the need for trained and qualified pharmacy interns who are able to assume the more clinical roles in pharmacies. Clinical pharmacy interns assist pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care to all patients consistent with the goals and objectives of the hospital and the pharmacy department. Clinical pharmacy interns work only under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Procures and distributes medication orders per physician request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Contributes to the effective operation of the department.
• Ensures safe, appropriate, cost effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
• Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies and procedures.

• HS diploma or equivalent Active enrollment in an accredited college of pharmacy verified at time of hire and coursework started within 180 days and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training
• Registered Pharmacy Intern - MO
• Employees must obtain Registered Pharmacy Intern - MO or equivalent within 180 days
• PHARM INT REG MO Registered Pharmacy Intern - MO Only if primary work location is in Missouri Required 180 Days
• PHARM INT REG KS Registered Pharmacy Intern - KS Only if primary work location is in Kansas Required 180 Days

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $21.93/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.