About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Pharmacy Graduate Intern position based in Southport, North Carolina. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to complete State Board of Pharmacy requirements. This role focuses on transitioning pharmacy services from transactional tasks to interpersonal patient care.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform clinical tasks including drug therapy reviews, medication management, and immunizations.
- Support pharmacy operations by managing compounding, dispensation, and verification of prescriptions.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial analysis, and staff training.
- Maintain pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, and automation.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues, answer questions, and offer assistance.
- Communicate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions, dosages, and patient allergies.
- Handle pharmacy opening and closing procedures.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university outside the United States.
- A Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
- An intern permit or certificate issued by the Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- A willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certification as an immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Southport, NC.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates a network of approximately 8,500 retail pharmacies across the United States and Puerto Rico. Founded in 1901, the company maintains its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. It employs over 100,000 people and provides pharmacy, health, and beauty services to nearly 9 million customers daily. The business integrates physical stores with digital platforms to deliver healthcare services.
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