We are recruiting for a mission-driven Outpatient Pharmacy Intern (P1) to join our team!
We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.
Our Values
Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency
Department
DH Pharmacy Pav L
Job SummaryThe Pharmacy Intern I, under the supervision of a pharmacist, learns and practices the basic operational and clinical skills required to be a licensed pharmacist. Based on area of assignment, roles and responsibilities may vary within the scope of pharmacy practice. The pharmacy intern performs pharmacy-related functions to ensure the safe and effective use of medications at Denver Health.
Essential Functions:
- Fills and delivers medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Compounds medications for outpatient sales and/or delivery to patient care areas. Handles and triages telephone/window inquiries. Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care. Coordinates insurance billing including third party prescriptions if/when in the retail setting. Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information. Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy intern’s scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed. (90%)
- Collaborates with pharmacy leadership, peers, nurses, and providers to improve patient outcomes. Ensures quality assurance is maintained according to departmental and legal requirements. (5%)
- Attends and participates in departmental meetings, in-services, huddles, and departmental trainings as applicable. (5%)
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED Active enrollment in an accredited School of Pharmacy Required
Work Experience:
Licenses:
- PHARMIN-Pharmacy Intern - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required or
- PHAT-Licensed Pharmacy Technician - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required or
- PHATP - Provisional Pharmacy Technician License - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices and procedures.
- Mathematical computation skills.
- Organization and communication skills.
- Ability to work as a team member with attention to detail.
- Computer skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.
Shift
Work Type
Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee) (0.3 FTE)
Salary
$22.59 - $22.59 / hr
Benefits
At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.
Here is a small list of our benefit programs:
- Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
- On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
- Community resource navigation support
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
About Denver Health
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
