About the role#
As an International Pharmacy Intern, you will complete your required US internship hours to build upon your existing pharmacist education. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role is designed to prepare you to pass all required pharmacist licensure exams and processes. You must complete your internship within 18 months and obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days of completing your required hours.
What you'll do#
- Ensure a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment while focusing on patient safety, regulatory requirements, and quality assurance.
- Process prescriptions, including translating SIG codes, selecting products, counting and measuring drugs, and capping and labeling vials.
- Resolve third-party rejections and manage inventory, including putting away drug orders.
- Engage in patient care programs and counsel patients under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Support the pharmacy manager in developing support staff and identifying business opportunities to drive growth.
- Perform prescription pick-up procedures and assist with health care services like point-of-care testing and immunizations.
What you'll need#
- A Doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent pharmacist degree from a non-US accredited school of pharmacy.
- An active pharmacy intern license in the state where the district is located.
- A high school diploma or GED.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
- Physical ability to lift and exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and up to 10 lbs. frequently.
- Eligibility to immunize is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Fairfax Station, Virginia.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid position.
About CVS Health
CVS Health operates as a public company within the hospitals and health care industry. Founded in 1963, the organization provides retail pharmacy, health insurance, and pharmacy benefits management services. It maintains a large workforce of over 140,000 employees. The company is headquartered in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
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