About the role#
This internship is designed for foreign-trained pharmacy graduates looking to complete their required US internship hours. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. The program requires you to complete your internship within 18 months and obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days of finishing your hours.
What you'll do#
- Ensure a safe and effective pharmacy environment while maintaining regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
- Process prescriptions, including translating SIG codes, selecting products, and counting or measuring drugs.
- Perform prescription pick-up procedures and resolve third-party rejections.
- Greet customers in a professional manner and assist with their questions or concerns.
- Manage pharmacy inventory to ensure items remain in stock.
- Provide patient counseling under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Communicate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Support the pharmacy manager in developing staff, identifying business opportunities, and fostering a collaborative team culture.
- Adopt and manage patient care programs to support health outcomes.
What you'll need#
- A Doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent 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, active listening, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Eligibility to immunize.
- Ability to maintain regular attendance, including nights and weekends.
- Ability to lift and exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.
- Skills in time management, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution.
Location & details#
- Location: West Chester, Pennsylvania.
- Employment type: Full time.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
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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