Abrazo West Campus, a 200-bed acute care hospital in Goodyear, Arizona, is seeking a licensed Pharmacy Intern to support its inpatient pharmacy team. This hands-on role places you at the center of a full-service hospital pharmacy — from sterile IV admixture preparation to automated dispensing unit management — within a facility recognized for advanced surgical and trauma capabilities. It is an ideal position for a pharmacy student looking to build clinical depth in a high-acuity, technology-forward hospital environment.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 200-bed acute care hospital serving West Valley communities with a broad inpatient census and diverse medication management needs
- Sterile compounding responsibilities include IV admixture preparation using aseptic technique in a Laminar Air Flow Hood
- Medication order fulfillment from labels, including filling medication carts, drug replacement boxes, and automated dispensing units
- Direct delivery of medications to patient care areas and routine retrieval of items returning to the pharmacy
- Medication charge and credit input, patient drawer accuracy maintenance, and discharge medication processing via computer system
- Drug prepackaging as demand requires, with complete and accurate prepackaging record preparation
- Area inspections on assigned schedules with responsibility for identifying and correcting deficiencies
- Participation in inventory control and wholesale ordering processes
- Collaborative environment with pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and other hospital personnel; all work verified by a licensed Pharmacist
- Facility features include the da Vinci Xi robotic surgical platform, Loop-X imaging system, Level I Trauma Center, and service lines in orthopedics, obstetrics, and cardiovascular care
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy program
- High school diploma or equivalent GED required; completion of a formal education program meeting certification requirements
- Active licensure as a Pharmacy Intern issued by the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy
- Proficiency with basic computer systems; ability to input medication charges, pull updates, and process orders accurately
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure hospital pharmacy environment
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; willingness to rotate through all areas of pharmacy services as assigned
About the Community
Goodyear is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Phoenix metropolitan area, offering a high quality of life with abundant sunshine, a low cost of living relative to other major Sun Belt metros, and easy access to the full amenities of greater Phoenix. The West Valley location provides proximity to professional sports, world-class dining, hiking in the White Tank Mountains, and top-rated schools — making it an attractive base for pharmacy students balancing clinical training with an active lifestyle.