About the role#
As a Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduate, you will complete your required US internship hours to build upon your existing pharmacist education. This program is designed to develop your knowledge and skills in diverse patient care, practice management, and leadership. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to ensure a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment while preparing for full pharmacist licensure.
What you'll do#
- Greet customers in a professional manner and perform register transactions.
- Process prescriptions, including translation of SIG codes, product selection, and labeling.
- Resolve third-party rejections and manage inventory.
- Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards.
- Counsel patients under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Deliver additional health care services as permitted by state regulation.
- Coordinate the training and development of pharmacy support staff.
- Support the pharmacy manager in identifying business opportunities and implementing solutions.
What you'll need#
- Doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent degree from a non-US accredited school of pharmacy.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Active Pharmacy Intern license in the state where the district is located.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure in the state of practice within 120 days of completing US intern hours.
- Strong communication, presentation, and active listening skills.
- Proficiency in digital literacy and time management.
- Ability to work a schedule that includes nights and weekends.
- Physical ability to lift and exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and 10 lbs frequently.
Location & details#
- Location: Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
- Employment Type: Full time.
- 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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