About the role#
As a Pharmacy Graduate Intern, you will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements. This role focuses on providing clinical services, managing pharmacy operations, and supporting the pharmacy team to ensure high-quality patient care. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while preparing for full pharmacist licensure.
What you'll do#
- Counsel patients on medication usage, side effects, interactions, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Review, interpret, and dispense prescribed medications accurately.
- Provide preventive healthcare services including immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with workflow, inventory management, asset protection, and performance data analysis.
- Handle pharmacy opening, closing, and shift-change duties.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or suggest alternatives.
- Support staff development by coaching team members, fostering teamwork, and modeling customer service standards.
- Maintain pharmacy knowledge through journals and company training modules.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university outside the United States.
- Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
- Valid intern permit or certificate issued by the Board of Pharmacy, if required.
- Experience performing prescription dispensing activities with a strong working knowledge of state and federal controlled-substance laws.
- Certified Immunizer status or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within the district within 45 days of completing intern hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Jacksonville, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This position is a paid internship.
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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