The P.S.I.P. is a unique opportunity to get a first-hand introduction to the pharmacy profession. The program offers mentorship opportunities, hands-on experience, and supports students with obtaining a pharmacy technician license.

You're eligible if you're interested in the pharmacy profession and are in one of the following categories: Graduating High School Seniors GED Recipients College Students Student Pharmacists

All applicants must be 18 years of age or older by May 31st, 2023.

Each participant shall receive a stipend for participating in this program comparable to pharmacy pay in the area. If you have a question regarding the stipend, please submit the question using the PSIP contact form.

You can apply by: a) filling out the online application form here b) downloading a pdf version of the application and then uploading the completed application here c) downloading a pdf version of the application and then mailing the application to: Attention: Judy Ali, PharmD East Arkansas Family Health Center, Inc. 900 North 7th Street West Memphis, AR 72301 ** PDF downloadable application will need to be postmarked by April 15th.

The deadline to apply is April 15th. If mailed, must be postmarked by April 15th.

Interns (pharmacy technicians or pharmacy students) will work with pharmacists to ensure the health and safety of patients. For example, they will locate, count, pour, pack, and label a prescribed medication for patients that are then reviewed for accuracy by a pharmacist before dispensing. In addition, they will work with others to keep the pharmacy neat, clean, and organized. They may also help with administrative tasks such as processing insurance claims, receiving and tracking inventory, immunization, and filing paperwork.

Each participant will be expected to spend 20-40 hours weekly in the assigned pharmacy for eight consecutive weeks. Learning experience times may vary based on placement.

Yes. Participants will be required to travel to set location where they are placed. Students are usually placed in a pharmacy located in their county.

Yes. All program participants, once selected, will complete the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy licensing process which includes passing a state and federal background check. AMDPA will cover the application cost. For more information about license requirements click the links below: Pharmacy Students (you are currently enrolled as a student at a college of pharmacy) https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/images/uploads/pdf/Pharmacy-Intern-App-w-Instruction-and-BGC-IN-STATE.pdf Pharmacy Technicians (you are not currently a student at a college of pharmacy) https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/images/uploads/pdf/Expedited-Complete-Pharmacy-Technician-Application.pdf