About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will apply didactic learning from your pharmacy education into real-world practice. Under the direction of a preceptor, you will complete a comprehensive training roadmap designed to provide hands-on experience with pharmacy operations. This role focuses on developing your clinical and technical skills in preparation for a future Pharmacist position.
What you'll do#
- Complete a comprehensive training roadmap, including key learning experiences and activities.
- Follow pharmacy workflow procedures at workstations such as production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off to ensure safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
- Offer to counsel patients, field medical questions, and solicit information on medical history under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles.
- Deliver patient health care services, including immunizations, where allowable by law and supported by required training.
- Assist with basic inventory activities, such as cycle counts, returns-to-stock, and managing medication deliveries.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment or acceptance into an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.
- Possession of, or in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure.
- Ability to complete all required training within the designated timeframe.
- Strong attention and focus, with the ability to concentrate on tasks over extended periods.
- Proficiency in mathematical reasoning to solve problems, such as calculating dosages and day supplies.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 20 lbs.
Location & details#
- Location: La Mirada, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, paid internship.
