About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Kroger, you will work in a retail pharmacy setting to support clinical operations and customer service. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in pharmaceutical care while working under the supervision of licensed pharmacists.
What you'll do#
- Create a welcoming environment by answering customer questions about pharmacy products and general store items.
- Gain and maintain knowledge of pharmaceutical products to discuss them competently with customers and prescribers.
- Provide drug counseling to customers and assist with over-the-counter medication recommendations.
- Accurately input patient and prescription information into the pharmacy system and dispense correct medications.
- Facilitate the prescription process by contacting prescribers for authorization and communicating with insurance companies.
- Provide immunizations under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including checking incoming orders, stocking shelves, and returning unused medication to stock.
- Maintain a clean and safe department, reporting any safety risks or incidents to management.
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 high-paced environment.
- Capacity to manage conflict in a reasonable and nonconfrontational manner.
- Commitment to acting with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
- Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve issues.
Location & details#
- Location: Memphis, Tennessee.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
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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