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Pharmacy OpportunitiesFebruary 4th, 2010
How to be an ACTIVE PILLS member◦Turn in PILLS membership form and fee
◦Attend at least 2 general meetings◦Attend at least 1 social◦Contribute at least 4 hours of community service
Thanksgiving Meal Delivery
Berkeley Project
• All active members must complete 4 hrs/ semester
• Opportunities announced at meetings and via e-mail
• If you’re unable to attend a PILLS-planned group event, complete the requirement on your own time and submit application (found on PILLS website)
• Hospital/ Pharmacy volunteering does NOT qualify
• For volunteering ideas, see our pre-approved list
• If you’re unsure if your hours qualify for the requirement, check with me beforehand
• As future pharmacists, PILLS is committed to serving the community around us.
• Get to know your peers, fellow officers, and make friends.
• It’s fun!
TBA/ In the Works! Berkeley Project Month
(February - March) I will send out sign-up
information through PILLS listserv
Only 3 planned group events, so act accordingly. There will be limited spots this semester.
Questions/ Comments/ Concerns? --> E-mail me at [email protected]
What: Inter-Health Trivia Night!!! When: Wednesday, February 10th. 7:00pm –
8:30pm Where: 2040 VLSB Prizes for the winning team! Snacks will be provided
Develop close relations, connections, and opportunities for networking
Meet new friends, socialize, and have fun!
Each group consists of 2 or more officers and PR member
Requirements:◦ Must be a PILLS member
Applications on PILLS website Email completed applications
When: April 10, 2010
Registration begins mid-February
Downtown Berkeley: 2300 Shattuck AveNorth Berkeley: 1451 Shattuck AveEl Cerrito Plaza: 670 El Cerrito PlazaPharmacy clerk duties: Ring up customers for prescriptions Process refills and type new prescriptions Bill and call insurance companies Check in drug orders / order medicationsTime commitment: varies from pharmacy to pharmacyQualifications: Have good communication skills Be reliable, approachable, and flexible Be willing to learn! Usually no prior pharmacy experience needed
2320 Woolsey Street, Berkeley CA (cross street Telegraph)
Individualized Medication Formulated for Each Patient!Clerk Duties: Package Deliveries Customer Service Answer phone calls Provide support to Technicians and Pharmacists
Benefits: See the more personal side to pharmacy! Hone and develop skills important for pharmacy
– Communication, adaptability, team work, problem solving, multi-tasking Opportunity to compound and learn more about the chemistry behind medications
Commitment: 1-2 afternoon shifts a week (shifts can go from 1-5:30pm or 1:30-5:30pm)
Hiring Process: Through the PILLS listserv
– Submit resume, and cover letter– Go through Interview Process– Secure Letter of Reference– Go through training
LocationUniversity Health Services: Tang Center2222 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA
Pharmacy Tasks:•Collect prescriptions from patients•Organize filled prescriptions•Help pharmacy clerk/tech as needed•Commitment: 3 hours/week
How to Obtain Position:•Application process begins around May for Summer shift•Application can be downloaded online•Application must be submitted to pharmacy by end of semester•Interviews for positions will be conducted over phone
Location: 2450 Ashby Avenue, Berkeley, CA
Duties: ◦ Prepare drugs for the packaging
robot◦ Assist pharmacy technicians◦ Check expiration dates◦ Deliver medication from med rooms
to patient rooms. Requirements:
◦ 50 volunteer hours at their gift shop before moving into pharmacy dept.
◦ Complete 200 hours in one year (~3 hours/shift)
Apply online:◦ http://www.altabatessummit.org/
how/volunteer.html Not taking applications until
4/16/10
What to expectDuties:
•Pharmacy Interventions
•Filing Prescriptions
•Smoking Cessation Counseling
Benefits:
•Experience Clinical Pharmacy
•Shadow Pharmacists
•Interact with Pharmacy Students
•Interact with Highland Staff
What is expected•Available 3-4 hours a week
•Attend Volunteer Orientation
•Interest in Pharmacy
•Responsible and Committed
Contact Info: Jason Pokorny Volunteer Services Coordinator [email protected]
Calvin Huynh Head Volunteer [email protected]
Location: 1411 E 31st St. Oakland, CA 94602
Role/Job duties◦Work closely with pharmacist to fill prescriptions◦Work in community or hospital pharmacies
Benefits◦Show dedication to the pharmacy field ◦Distinguish yourself from other applicants ◦Learn in greater detail about the pharmacy profession◦Greater chance of employment in a pharmacy (vs.
pharmacy clerk)
◦ 90 Multiple choice questions in 2 hours◦ Passing 70%◦ Exam broken into 3 different categories
1. Assisting the Pharmacist in Serving Patients (66%) 2. Maintaining Medication and Inventory Control
Systems (22%) 3. Participating in the Administration and Management
of Pharmacy Practice (12% ) More info on PTCB website.
How: Sign up on PTCB website Price: $129 Test sites throughout state (closest in Oakland) Immediate test results; 70% pass rate
License renewal every 2 years Word of Advice: This exam is not difficult. Most
people with a couple of weeks of studying will pass.
Suggested Study Aids
Application at: http://www.pharmacy.ca.gov/forms/tch_app_pkt.pdf
Fee: $80 per application and additional fees Additional items needed to apply:
◦ Notarized copy of the pharmacy certificate received after passing the PTCE ($10-15)
◦ Livescan fingerprints. [Locations for fingerprinting link] (Prices Vary. ~$80)
◦ Passport picture (~$8 at Walgreens.) Total licensing fees ~$130 to get licensed.
Certification and licensing total ~$315. Takes ~3-4 months after applying to receive license
from the board.
Time: Friday, February 4, 2010 11AM - 3 PM
Location: Pauley Ballroom in MLK
Cal UPHC is hosting a Health Fair with the theme “Bear Necessities”. There will be various speakers, yoga, and giveaways, as well various Health-related groups at Cal
publicizing their clubs and current projects.
All are welcome to attend, and it’s COMPLETELY FREE!!!! Come learn more about efforts Cal students
are working towards to promote local and global health!
Next meeting: TBA Come talk to us if you
have questions!
