About the role#
As an international pharmacy intern, you will complete your required US internship hours to build upon your existing pharmacy education. This role is designed for foreign graduates to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to practice as a pharmacist in the United States. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to provide patient care and manage pharmacy operations. This position requires the completion of all required US intern hours within 18 months and obtaining pharmacist licensure in the state within 120 days of completing those hours.
What you'll do#
- Deliver exceptional care to patients while ensuring a safe and effective pharmacy environment.
- Process prescriptions, including the translation of SIG codes, labeling, and resolving third-party rejections.
- Counsel patients under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Greet customers and assist with pharmacy or front-store questions and register transactions.
- Maintain regulatory requirements, quality assurance, and HIPAA standards.
- Support the pharmacy manager in motivating and developing pharmacy support staff.
- Identify business opportunities to improve pharmacy performance and growth.
- Facilitate a team culture that promotes energy and professional pride.
- Assist with inventory management and maintain pharmacy organization.
What you'll need#
- A doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent pharmacist degree from a non-US accredited school of pharmacy.
- Successful completion of both the FPGEE and TOEFL exams.
- An active pharmacy intern license in the state where the district is located.
- A high school diploma or GED.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work a schedule that includes nights and weekends.
- Ability to lift and exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.
- Ability to complete all required US intern hours within 18 months and obtain pharmacist licensure within 120 days of completion.
Location & details#
- Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
- 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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