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 comprehensive training roadmap, including Key Learning Experiences (KLEs) designed to prepare you for a future Pharmacist role. This position involves gaining an overview of store, district, and regional operations while supporting the pharmacy team to ensure safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
What you'll do#
- Follow company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all pharmacy workstations.
- Assist with prescription fulfillment, including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off tasks.
- Contribute to positive patient experiences by demonstrating empathy and care during interactions.
- Offer to counsel patients and field medical questions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Take telephonic prescriptions from prescribers and clarify medication changes.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to pharmacy team members.
- Perform basic inventory activities, such as cycle counts and processing returns.
- Deliver patient health care services, including immunizations and point-of-care testing, where permitted by law.
- Complete necessary training and licensure to obtain Technician Immunizer status.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and professional standards.
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.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite is preferred.
- At least 1 year of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service settings is preferred.
- Ability to become immunization certified is preferred.
- Willingness to work at your home store and travel to other locations within the market as needed is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio.
- This is a part-time, paid position.
- The role follows a rolling term structure.
- Work is performed on-site.
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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