Pharmacist Pre-Grad Intern

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America

Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers.

With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career.

Guardian Pharmacy of Wisconsin, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in Madison, Wisconsin.

Why Guardian Pharmacy of Wisconsin? We’re reimagining medication management and transforming care.

Who We Are and What We’re About

Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered.

We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you.

Position Details

Schedule: Monday - Friday (Variable Hours, 7am - 7pm) and rotating weekends, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00

Location: Guardian Pharmacy - 3250 Kingsley Way, Madison, WI 53713

Working under the immediate direction of a qualified licensed Staff Pharmacist to gain the practical experience that will enable the pharmacist graduate intern to meet the needs of patients and customers upon graduation in states that offer Intern Pharmacist Licenses.

Attributes Required

Work Ethic/Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy

Strategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently

Problem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level

Team Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members

Essential Job Functions (include the following)

Receive incoming orders from healthcare providers

Verify the legality and pharmaceutical feasibility of dispensing a drug based on patients’ allergies,

incompatibilities with current medications, frequency of refills, etc.

Interpret prescription orders, to include exercising professional judgment in determining whether to dispense a particular prescription

Compound IV, topical, and oral medications

Prepare medications for final dispensing to the patient, including filling, order entry, and packaging

Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies as needed

Answer questions from patients, doctors, nurses, etc.

Evaluate inventory levels and place orders when below par

On exception items, look up most cost-effective product to order

Notify customer/facility if product is out of stock and when the order can be filled

Restock station supplies as needed – vials, cassettes, labels, delivery tickets, etc.

Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed

Education and/or Certifications

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in Pharmacy school with status of good standing

Current Intern Pharmacist License (when applicable)

Skills and Qualifications

1+ years of related experience

Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred/required

Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines

Ability to solve problems with minimal direction

Great attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines

Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate

Work Environment

Ability to work flexible hours

What We Offer

Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, supporting our core value of, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”

Compensation & Financial

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (Full-Time employees working 30+ hours/week only)

Medical, Dental and Vision

Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts

Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Company-paid Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellbeing

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund)

Time Off

Paid holidays and sick days

Generous vacation benefits based on years of service

The Guardian Difference

Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” That’s why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonomy to tailor their business to meet their clients’ needs.

Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location.

Regardless of your role at Guardian, your voice and talents matter. Because healthcare is an ever-changing industry, we encourage innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to ensure we stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment.

At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.