Pharmacy Intern

About the role#

As a Graduate Pharmacy Intern, you will transition your academic training into real-world practice. You will work under the guidance of a preceptor and District Leader to complete a comprehensive training roadmap within 120 days of graduation. This role prepares you for future responsibilities as a Pharmacist by deepening your understanding of pharmacy operations, patient safety, quality assurance, and professional standards.

What you'll do#

• Support pharmacy operations to ensure prescriptions are filled accurately and promptly.
• Follow company Standard Operating Procedures and pharmacy workflow at all workstations, including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off.
• Provide empathetic service to patients over the phone and in person, including resolving patient problems and answering medical questions.
• Assist with inventory tasks such as putting away deliveries, completing cycle counts, and managing returns.
• Collaborate with the pharmacy team, providing in-the-moment coaching and mentoring.
• Deliver health services such as immunizations and point-of-care testing where allowed by law and supported by training.
• Educate patients on vaccines and obtain informed consent while monitoring for adverse reactions.
• Take telephonic prescriptions and contact prescribers to clarify orders or facilitate changes.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, including controlled-substance recordkeeping and patient privacy.
• Travel to other stores within the market to support business needs as required.

What you'll need#

• PharmD graduate of a U.S. accredited program prior to beginning the training program.
• Ability to obtain required pharmacist licensure within 120 days of graduation.
• Valid intern or technician licensure as required by state guidelines.
• Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, pivot between responsibilities, and confirm prescription accuracy.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication, including the use of math for prescription dispensing.
• Ability to remain mobile and upright for extended periods.
• Physical capability to lift, scan, and bag items, reach overhead, and stoop to move inventory.
• Ability to lift or exert up to 20 lbs occasionally and 10 lbs frequently.
• Preferred: 1+ years of experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service.
• Preferred: Ability to become immunization certified and proficiency in Microsoft Suite.

Location & details#

• Location: Morristown, New Jersey.
• This is an on-site, part-time position.
• The role is paid.