About the role#
As a 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 hands-on experience in store, district, and regional operations. This role focuses on supporting pharmacy teams, ensuring smooth operations, and preparing you for future responsibilities as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Follow company SOPs and pharmacy workflow procedures to ensure safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
- Support patient health by offering immunizations, point-of-care testing, and fielding medical questions under pharmacist supervision.
- Contribute to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and providing compassionate care.
- Take telephonic prescriptions from prescribers and clarify medication details.
- Coach and mentor pharmacy team members while sharing best practices.
- Manage inventory tasks, including putting away deliveries, cycle counts, and returns.
- Educate patients on vaccines and monitor for adverse reactions.
- Obtain Technician Immunizer status through required training and licensure.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ethical principles.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment or acceptance into an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.
- Valid intern or technician licensure, or be in the process of obtaining it.
- At least 1 year of work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service settings.
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable attendance including nights and weekends.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
- Ability to become immunization certified.
- Flexibility to work at your home store and travel to other locations within the market.
- Ability to complete all required training within the designated timeframe.
Location & details#
- Location: El Paso, Texas.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay Range: $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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