Graduate Pharmacist Intern

About the Role

Jordan Valley Health (JVH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities.

Job Summary

The Graduate Pharmacy Intern is a recent PharmD graduate actively pursuing pharmacist licensure. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, this role supports clinical and operational pharmacy services to optimize medication use and patient outcomes. The intern may perform pharmacist-level functions as permitted by state law but may not independently verify prescriptions or make final clinical decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the safe, effective, and cost-efficient management of medications.
• Review and evaluate medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Provide patient counseling on medication use, adherence, and side effects under pharmacist supervision.
• Support dispensing, monitoring, and communication of medication-related needs.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, providers, nursing, pharmacy technicians, and other medical staff to optimize patient care outcomes.
• Provide drug information and assist with clinical decision support.
• Identify and escalate medication-related problems and assist in developing care plans/solutions.
• Support oversight of pharmacy technicians as directed.
• Maintain compliance with all policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental goals.
• Maintain professionalism and a patient-centered approach.
• Actively prepare for and obtain pharmacist licensure within established timelines.
• Provide patient care services as needed, including immunizations, medication therapy management, disease state consultations, and adherence-based patient calls.
• Promote effective working relations and work effectively as part of a team.
• Attain all agreed-to goals and objectives within specified time frames.
• Responsibly follow the Clinic Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens.
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees.
• Promote the education and development of students, interns, residents, apprentices, and other new staff.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Prior pharmacy intern experience preferred.
• Experience with EHR/pharmacy systems preferred.
• 340B, FQHC experience preferred.
• Specialty experience preferred.
• Interest in ambulatory care, community health, or specialty pharmacy.
• Active Pharmacy Intern licensure in the State of Missouri.
• Active pursuit of pharmacist licensure (e.g., NAPLEX/MPJE scheduled/planned).
• Immunization certification.

Benefits Overview

• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support.
• Pay on demand available.

Health Requirements

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis (TB).