About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support our pharmacy team in providing essential care and service to our customers. You will work under the supervision of our pharmacists to ensure accurate medication dispensing, patient counseling, and efficient department operations. This role is focused on maintaining a safe, welcoming environment while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
What you'll do#
- Provide exceptional service to create a positive customer experience.
- Answer customer questions about products and offer recommendations for over-the-counter medications.
- Input patient and prescription information into the pharmacy system.
- Interpret oral and written prescriptions for new fills and refills.
- Dispense medication accurately and bag orders for customer pickup.
- Provide drug counseling to customers and administer immunizations under pharmacist supervision.
- Coordinate with prescribers' offices for authorizations and manage third-party insurance processing.
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness and manage inventory by checking incoming orders and stocking shelves.
- Assist the department manager in meeting sales and quality assurance goals.
- Promote a culture of trust and respect among all associates.
- Report safety risks, potential fraud, or incidents to management immediately.
- Provide helpful support to diverse customer groups, including older adults, minors, and individuals with special needs.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a US school of pharmacy.
- A current state-issued Pharmacy Intern license.
- Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
- A commitment to demonstrating company values like honesty, integrity, and safety.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Type: Part-time, on-site internship.
- Schedule: Rolling term.
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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