About the role#
As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your pharmacy school education to real-world practice. You will work under the direction of a preceptor to complete a training roadmap, gaining experience in store, district, and regional operations. This role focuses on supporting pharmacy teams while developing the skills necessary to transition into a Pharmacist position.
What you'll do#
- Complete a comprehensive training roadmap including Key Learning Experiences.
- Assist the pharmacy team with operations to ensure prescriptions are filled safely and accurately.
- Provide service to patients at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone.
- Follow pharmacy workflow procedures at all workstations.
- Offer counseling and field medical questions under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Take telephonic prescriptions from prescribers and clarify medication details.
- Provide coaching and training to pharmacy team members.
- Perform inventory tasks such as processing deliveries and cycle counts.
- Deliver patient health care services, including immunizations and point-of-care testing.
- Educate patients about vaccines and monitor for potential adverse reactions.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, as well as 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 it.
- Regular attendance, including availability for nights and weekends.
- Ability to complete required training within the designated timeframe.
- Strong focus, attention to detail, and the ability to pivot between tasks.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with a customer service orientation.
- Mathematical reasoning for calculating prescription quantities.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, reach, stoop, and lift up to 20 lbs.
- Preferred: 1+ years of experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service.
- Preferred: Ability to become immunization certified and work across the local market.
- Preferred: Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
Location & details#
- Location: Howell, Michigan.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time.
- Pay: $20.00 - $23.75 per hour.
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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