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 that covers pharmacy operations. This role focuses on supporting pharmacy teams, ensuring accurate prescription fulfillment, and preparing you for future pharmacist responsibilities.
What you'll do#
- Complete a comprehensive training roadmap and gain experience in store, district, and regional operations.
- Assist with pharmacy workflow, including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off.
- Ensure prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately while following company SOPs.
- Provide caring service to patients, including fielding medical questions and offering immunizations under pharmacist supervision.
- Take telephonic prescriptions and facilitate medication changes where allowed by regulation.
- Complete inventory tasks such as deliveries, cycle counts, and returns.
- Support immunization services by educating patients, reviewing patient information, and monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Mentor pharmacy team members and contribute to a high-performing team dynamic.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.
- Valid intern or technician licensure, or be in the process of obtaining one.
- 1+ years of experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service settings is preferred.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
- Strong verbal and written communication, mathematical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to pivot between tasks and maintain focus on prescription accuracy.
- Ability to become immunization certified and work at your home store or other locations in the market.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, reach overhead, and lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.
Location & details#
- Location: Chesterfield, Michigan.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time.
- 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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