About the role#
As an International Pharmacy Intern, you will complete your required US internship hours while working in a retail pharmacy setting. This program is designed for foreign-trained pharmacists to build upon your existing education, develop your professional skills, and prepare for state licensure. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to provide patient care and manage pharmacy operations. This is a full-time role that requires completion of all internship requirements within 18 months and obtaining pharmacist licensure within 120 days of finishing your intern hours.
What you'll do#
- Ensure patient safety and maintain a secure, effective pharmacy environment.
- Manage pharmacy workflow, inventory, and professional practice standards.
- Process prescriptions, including translating SIG codes and resolving third-party rejections.
- Counsel patients under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Support the pharmacy manager in motivating and developing support staff.
- Identify business opportunities and implement solutions to improve performance.
- Adopt and manage patient care programs while leading with empathy.
- Perform immunizations once state regulations are met.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and manage quality assurance.
What you'll need#
- Completion of a pharmacy degree from a non-US accredited college or school of pharmacy.
- Successful completion of the FPGEE and TOEFL exams.
- An active pharmacy intern license in the state of Texas.
- Strong communication, active listening, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to maintain regular attendance, including nights and weekends.
- Ability to lift and exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally.
- Skills in results orientation, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence.
Location & details#
- Location: Edinburg, Texas.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
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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