About the role#
This position is for Non-US Accredited Foreign Pharmacy Graduates looking to complete their required US internship hours. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to gain the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to practice as a pharmacist in the United States. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What you'll do#
- Complete required US internship hours within 18 months.
- Pass all required pharmacist licensure exams and processes within 120 days of finishing your internship hours.
- Ensure a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment by focusing on patient safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
- Process prescriptions, including translating SIG codes, selecting products, counting and measuring drugs, and labeling.
- Resolve third-party rejections and manage inventory.
- Counsel patients under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Support the pharmacy manager in motivating and developing pharmacy support staff.
- Perform register transactions and assist customers with questions or concerns.
- Identify business opportunities to improve pharmacy performance and growth.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- A Doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent pharmacist degree from a non-US accredited school of pharmacy.
- An active pharmacy intern license in Pennsylvania.
- Successful completion of the FPGEE and TOEFL.
- Strong communication, presentation, and active listening skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
- Physical ability to lift and exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and up to 10 lbs. frequently.
- Skills in emotional intelligence, time management, and conflict resolution.
Location & details#
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- 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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