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Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Pharmacy, the Intern Pharmacist supports the pharmacy department in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This position offers exposure to ambulatory care pharmacy practice, 340B program operations, and pharmacy business development initiatives while serving a diverse patient population.
The intern will assist with both clinical and operational pharmacy activities under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, and will contribute to departmental projects focused on pharmacy operations, quality improvement, and patient education that support the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
Continued enrollment in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program and maintenance of an active New Mexico Board of Pharmacy (NMBOP) intern license are required for employment.
Essential Responsibilities
Patient Care and Clinical Support (under direct pharmacist supervision): assist in dispensing and preparing medications in accordance with federal and state regulations; support patient counseling and education related to medication use, adherence, and chronic disease management; provide immunizations under pharmacist supervision; participate in medication therapy management (MTM), medication reconciliation, and refill authorization workflows; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support transitions of care and optimize medication access.
Operational and Administrative Support: assist with 340B program compliance, including documentation, inventory, and audit preparation; support daily pharmacy operations such as order processing, stock management, and prescription workflow; contribute to improving pharmacy efficiency, safety, and quality of care through data collection and process improvement initiatives.
Project-Based Work: participate in independent and collaborative projects related to pharmacy business and financial planning, operations, clinical pharmacy service development, patient and staff education initiatives, and quality assurance; complete assigned deliverables by agreed deadlines with minimal supervision while maintaining academic balance.
Education, Experience, and Skills/Training
Active New Mexico Board of Pharmacy Intern License in good standing.
Enrollment and good academic standing in an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy.
Completion of ACPE-approved immunization training and authorization to immunize.
Basic understanding of ambulatory care pharmacy principles and workflows.
Commitment to serving diverse and underserved patient populations.
Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Familiarity with the 340B Drug Pricing Program and related compliance standards.
Experience in a community, outpatient, or health center pharmacy environment.
Fluent in English, required. Fluent in Spanish, preferred.
Leave Benefits
Four (4) weeks of annual leave
Up to two (2) weeks of sick leave
Up to one (1) week of continuing education leave
Eight (8) paid holidays and two (2) days for personal leave
Insurance Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision – available for staff and eligible family members, including domestic partners
Paid term life insurance (flat $25,000)
Paid Short Term Disability
Optional Life
Critical Care
Medical and Dependent care expense accounts
Health Savings Account
403(b) retirement savings plan (eligible for company match after 12 months of employment)
Job Details
Seniority level: Internship
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Equal Opportunity Employer
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer.
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The intern will assist with both clinical and operational pharmacy activities under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, and will contribute to departmental projects focused on pharmacy operations, quality improvement, and patient education that support the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
Continued enrollment in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program and maintenance of an active New Mexico Board of Pharmacy (NMBOP) intern license are required for employment.
Essential Responsibilities
Patient Care and Clinical Support (under direct pharmacist supervision): assist in dispensing and preparing medications in accordance with federal and state regulations; support patient counseling and education related to medication use, adherence, and chronic disease management; provide immunizations under pharmacist supervision; participate in medication therapy management (MTM), medication reconciliation, and refill authorization workflows; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support transitions of care and optimize medication access.
Operational and Administrative Support: assist with 340B program compliance, including documentation, inventory, and audit preparation; support daily pharmacy operations such as order processing, stock management, and prescription workflow; contribute to improving pharmacy efficiency, safety, and quality of care through data collection and process improvement initiatives.
Project-Based Work: participate in independent and collaborative projects related to pharmacy business and financial planning, operations, clinical pharmacy service development, patient and staff education initiatives, and quality assurance; complete assigned deliverables by agreed deadlines with minimal supervision while maintaining academic balance.
Education, Experience, and Skills/Training
Active New Mexico Board of Pharmacy Intern License in good standing.
Enrollment and good academic standing in an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy.
Completion of ACPE-approved immunization training and authorization to immunize.
Basic understanding of ambulatory care pharmacy principles and workflows.
Commitment to serving diverse and underserved patient populations.
Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Familiarity with the 340B Drug Pricing Program and related compliance standards.
Experience in a community, outpatient, or health center pharmacy environment.
Fluent in English, required. Fluent in Spanish, preferred.
Leave Benefits
Four (4) weeks of annual leave
Up to two (2) weeks of sick leave
Up to one (1) week of continuing education leave
Eight (8) paid holidays and two (2) days for personal leave
Insurance Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision – available for staff and eligible family members, including domestic partners
Paid term life insurance (flat $25,000)
Paid Short Term Disability
Optional Life
Critical Care
Medical and Dependent care expense accounts
Health Savings Account
403(b) retirement savings plan (eligible for company match after 12 months of employment)
Job Details
Seniority level: Internship
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Equal Opportunity Employer
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer.
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