About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the pharmacy team in delivering exceptional customer service while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role involves assisting with daily operations, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring accurate medication processing under the guidance of licensed pharmacists.
What you'll do#
- Provide immunizations under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
- Accurately input patient and prescription information into the pharmacy computer system.
- Dispense medications and assist customers with over-the-counter product recommendations.
- Provide drug counseling to customers and address inquiries from patients and prescribers.
- Process third-party insurance information and contact insurance companies or prescribers as needed.
- Accept and interpret oral and written prescriptions for new fills and refills.
- Maintain department cleanliness, stock incoming orders, and manage medication inventory.
- Assist the department manager in meeting sales and profit goals.
- Ensure a safe environment by reporting safety risks, accidents, 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 communicate effectively with customers, including minors, older adults, and individuals with special needs.
- Strong attention to detail when handling patient data and medication.
- Ability to maintain honesty and integrity regarding sensitive business and customer information.
- Capability to work cooperatively in a professional environment and manage conflicts in a nonconfrontational manner.
Location & details#
- Location: Athens, GA
- Work Modality: On-site
- Position Type: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid internship
