About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support our pharmacy operations by providing clinical assistance and customer service. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to ensure patients receive accurate care and medication. This role involves maintaining a safe environment, managing inventory, and interacting with customers to address their health needs.
What you'll do#
- Provide drug counseling and assist customers with over the counter medication recommendations.
- Accept, interpret, and accurately input prescription information into the pharmacy system.
- Dispense medications and bag them for customer pickup.
- Contact prescribers and insurance companies to resolve authorization or coverage issues.
- Administer immunizations under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
- Maintain pharmacy inventory by checking incoming orders, stocking shelves, and returning unused bottles to stock.
- Keep the department clean and organized to meet quality assurance standards.
- Communicate with management regarding safety risks, accidents, or prescription incidents.
- Assist the department manager in meeting sales and profit goals while maintaining a welcoming store environment.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a US school of pharmacy.
- A current state issued Pharmacy Intern license.
- Ability to work with honesty and integrity regarding sensitive business and patient information.
- Skill in managing conflict in a cooperative and nonconfrontational manner.
- Capability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary.
- Comfort providing support to diverse groups, including minors, older adults, and individuals with special needs.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Location & details#
- Location: Toledo, Ohio.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
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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