About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your pharmacy-school education to real-world practice. You will work under a preceptor to complete a comprehensive training roadmap, gaining hands-on experience in pharmacy operations. This role focuses on developing your clinical and technical skills as you prepare for a future pharmacist role.
What you'll do#
- Assist the team with prompt, safe, and accurate prescription fulfillment at all workstations, including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off.
- Provide caring service to patients over the phone and in person.
- Offer immunizations and point-of-care testing where permitted and trained.
- Counsel patients, answer medical questions, and solicit medical history under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Take telephonic prescriptions and contact prescribers to clarify orders or facilitate changes.
- Perform inventory tasks such as putting away deliveries, cycle counts, and processing returns.
- Coach and mentor pharmacy team members on best practices.
- Comply with all laws, company policies, and safety standards regarding patient privacy and controlled substances.
- Travel to other market stores for shifts as needed to meet business requirements.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an ACPE-accredited college or school of pharmacy.
- Valid intern or technician licensure as required by the state.
- Ability to complete training within the designated timeframe.
- Proficiency in math for dispensing calculations, including days' supply and tablet counts.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to use active listening.
- Ability to concentrate on tasks, pivot between responsibilities, and maintain accuracy.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 20 lbs, and perform repetitive hand movements.
- 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: Bismarck, North Dakota.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- This is a paid internship.
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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