About the role#
As an International Pharmacy Intern, you will complete your required US internship hours while developing the knowledge and skills necessary for pharmacist licensure. This program is designed for foreign-trained pharmacy graduates to gain experience in a retail pharmacy environment. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to provide patient care and support pharmacy operations. You are expected to complete your internship within 18 months and obtain pharmacist licensure in Pennsylvania within 120 days of finishing your required hours.
What you'll do#
- Model company values and demonstrate care for patients.
- Complete a mixed modality learning plan and required US internship hours.
- Ensure a safe and effective retail pharmacy work environment.
- Support the pharmacy manager in motivating and developing staff.
- Identify business opportunities and solutions to drive growth.
- Greet customers and assist with pharmacy and front store questions.
- Perform register transactions and maintain customer and patient confidentiality.
- Process prescriptions, including translation of SIG codes and product selection.
- Resolve third-party rejections and complete claim forms.
- Perform prescription pick-up procedures and maintain inventory.
- Deliver health care services such as immunizations and point-of-care testing.
- Counsel patients under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
What you'll need#
- Doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent pharmacist degree from a non-US accredited school of pharmacy.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Active Pharmacy Intern license in Pennsylvania.
- Successful completion of the FPGEE and TOEFL exams.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to lift and move objects up to 20 lbs.
- Eligibility to immunize is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: State College, Pennsylvania.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid internship 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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