Pharmacy Intern Yawkey

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
32 Fruit Street (Show on map)
Jan 07, 2026
Summary The Pharmacy Intern YR3 supports the mission of the Pharmacy Department by helping ensure patients receive the right medication in a safe and timely manner under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. This role develops a comprehensive understanding of the drug distribution system and demonstrates competency in medication delivery to patient care areas. Responsibilities include using pharmacy software systems and gaining hands-on experience in medication interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing. The Pharmacy Intern may also assist with the dissemination of drug information. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions Participates in interdisciplinary rounds. Works collaboratively with the treatment team to optimize patient outcomes. Performs medication history interviews, first-dose teaching, food-drug interaction counseling, discharge counseling, and assessment of patient education and adherence. Creates and updates medication lists for patients at discharge or at the conclusion of clinic appointments. Counsels patients on prescription and over-the-counter medications and medical devices. Monitors medication therapies by performing profile reviews, interpreting laboratory values, and ensuring medication regimens align with established guidelines and protocols. Education Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Studies required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Pharmacy Intern [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required Experience Pharmacy Experience 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to learn computer and application skills as applicable to role. - Ability to interact with and work around people. - Ability to make judgments in demanding situations. - Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work. - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to listen empathetically. - Ability to logically organize details. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Occasionally Lifting Frequently Carrying Frequently Pushing Occasionally Pulling Occasionally Climbing Rarely Balancing Frequently Stooping Occasionally Kneeling Occasionally Crouching Occasionally Crawling Rarely Reaching Frequently Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently Feeling Constantly Foot Use Rarely Vision - Far Constantly Vision - Near Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.