Pharmacy Intern – Sterile Compounding (Student Employee)

About the role

Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, the student employee will support daily dispensing operations in the Cancer Institute Pharmacy. The role focuses on sterile compounding, including chemotherapy infusions, and ensures compliance with USP <797> and <800> standards.

Key responsibilities

• Compound sterile preparations, including hazardous chemotherapy drugs, following validated procedures.
• Perform daily and monthly cleaning, deactivation, and decontamination of cleanroom suites.
• Execute pharmaceutical calculations and barcode scanning to verify component accuracy.
• Document waste, temperature logs, pressure differentials, and cleaning activities in the electronic medical record.
• Prepare batches of IV medications for future patient use under pharmacist verification.
• Troubleshoot drug delivery and equipment issues, calibrate pumps, and perform monthly storage inspections.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to USP 797, USP 800, and institutional policies.

Required profile

• Enrolled in or accepted to an ACPE‑accredited pharmacy program.
• Must obtain a Pharmacy Intern License within six months of hire (or hold a Pharmacy Technician License).
• Relevant pharmacy experience such as hospital or sterile compounding preferred.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and EMR systems; strong math skills.

Required skills

• Sterile compounding techniques.
• Hazardous drug handling (USP 800 compliance).
• Operation of laminar airflow hoods and biological safety cabinets.
• Barcode scanning and verification software.
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) usage.
• Microsoft Office applications.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible staff and families.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for dependents (undergraduate).
• Retirement plan with up to 10% employer match.
• Career training, merchant discounts, and concierge prescription delivery on campus.