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Pharmacist Intern

CompanyTrinity Health
LocationCentral City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern prepares and delivers patient drug orders and IV admixtures to various hospital areas. They are also responsible for restocking automated dispensing machines and assisting pharmacists with audits and inspections.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
3559
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
With more than 11,000 employees in more than 185 locations, St. Peter’s Health Partners is the Capital Region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit integrated health care network, which provides high-quality, compassionate, and sophisticated care to thousands of people every day. St. Peter’s Health Partners is a member of Trinity Health. For more information, please visit www.SPHP.com.
About the Role

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Pharmacy School + Paycheck? We’ve Got You Covered 💊📚

Looking to gain real‑world pharmacy experience while still in school? Our Pharmacist Intern role is designed with pharmacy students in mind. We know school comes first—so we offer flexible scheduling that works around your classes and rotations.

As a Pharmacist Intern, you’ll:

  • Gain hands‑on experience in a supportive pharmacy environment

  • Apply what you’re learning in school—right away

  • Build confidence and skills alongside experienced pharmacists

  • Earn income while investing in your future career

This is a great opportunity to grow, learn, and get your foot in the door—without sacrificing your academic priorities.

Shift: Casual/Varied

What you will do:

  •  Prepares patient drug orders.   

  • ​Delivers medications and IV admixtures to patient rooms, critical care areas, and other ancillary areas. 

  • ​Reviews patient MAR and care plans to determine need to return medication to the pharmacy for credit. 

  • ​Picks up medication orders from nursing areas and distributes for processing. 

  • ​Credits to the patient and restock usable medications/IVs returned to the pharmacy. 

  • ​Files medication orders. 

  • ​Fills unit-dose exchange envelopes. 

  • ​Processes medication drawers and orders files for admissions, discharges, and transfers. 

  • ​Assists the pharmacists with audits.  

  • ​Completes assigned unit inspections.    

  • ​Restocks automated medication dispensing machines (AcuDose or Pyxis).  

  • ​Enters fill stock requisitions for other departments. 

  

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED. 

  • Current enrollment in a pharmacy school or program or proof of verbal commitment to a pharmacy school or program

  • Must be registered as a pharmacy intern with the State of Iowa at the time of hire or registered as a Technician in Training for up to 12 months until able to apply for Intern status after first day of pharmacy school or program. May also be registered as a Certified Pharmacy Technician until Intern status can be obtained. 

  • ​Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. The acceptable credentialing body for this requirement is the American Heart Association.

  • Proof of completion of mandatory reporter within three (3) months of hire.

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.

Key Skills
Drug Order PreparationIV Admixture DeliveryMedication DistributionPharmacy AuditingUnit InspectionAutomated Dispensing MachinesPatient MAR ReviewInventory Management
Categories
HealthcareScience & Research