About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the pharmacy team by providing direct patient care and ensuring the department runs smoothly. You will help customers feel welcome while maintaining a safe environment. This role involves balancing customer service with technical tasks like prescription processing and inventory management.
What you'll do#
- Provide drug counseling and assist customers with over-the-counter medication recommendations.
- Accurately input patient and prescription information into the pharmacy system.
- Interpret oral and written prescriptions for fill and refill requests.
- Dispense medication and bag prescriptions for accurate delivery to customers.
- Contact prescribers and insurance companies to resolve authorization or coverage issues.
- Administer immunizations under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
- Manage inventory by checking incoming orders, stocking shelves, and returning unused bottles.
- Maintain a clean pharmacy department and follow all safety protocols.
- Assist the department manager in meeting sales and profit goals.
- Report any safety risks, accidents, or incidents to the pharmacist on duty.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a US school of pharmacy.
- A current state-issued Pharmacy Intern license.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a busy environment while managing conflict in a calm, professional manner.
- Commitment to honesty and integrity when handling customer and business information.
- Ability to follow directions and seek help when needed to resolve issues.
- Experience or comfort providing support to diverse groups, including minors, older adults, and individuals with special needs.
- Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Location & details#
- Location: Seymour, Indiana.
- Type: Part-time, on-site internship.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Kroger
Kroger operates as a large retail company with a presence across 35 states. The organization manages 2,800 stores alongside 34 manufacturing plants and 44 distribution centers. It serves over 11 million customers daily through in-store shopping and e-commerce options. The company produces its own grocery items under various internal brands.
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