About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your classroom learning to real-world practice. You will work under the direction of a preceptor to complete a comprehensive training roadmap. This role prepares you for future responsibilities as a pharmacist by providing an overview of store, district, and regional operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team to ensure operations run smoothly and prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately.
- Follow pharmacy workflow procedures at all workstations, including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off.
- Provide caring service to patients and contribute to positive experiences through empathy.
- Offer to counsel and field medical questions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Take telephonic prescriptions and clarify details with prescribers.
- Provide in-the-moment coaching to team members and complete basic inventory activities.
- Deliver health care services such as immunizations and point-of-care testing where permitted.
- Educate patients about vaccines, monitor for adverse reactions, and collect necessary patient information.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local laws and company policies.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.
- Valid intern or technician licensure, or be in the process of obtaining one.
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable attendance including nights and weekends.
- Capacity to concentrate on tasks, pivot between duties, and confirm prescription accuracy.
- Proficiency in using math to determine dosages and supply.
- Ability to identify challenging interactions and choose the best course of action.
- One or more years of experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting is preferred.
- Ability to become immunization certified is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Powell, Ohio.
- This is an on-site, part-time position.
- The role involves a rolling schedule and requires flexibility to travel to other stores in the market as needed.
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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