About the role#
As a Pharmacy Graduate Intern, you will engage in post-graduate pharmacy activities under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This role is designed to help you fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will support the pharmacy team in delivering clinical, retail, and wellness services to our patients.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Counsel patients on side effects, contraindications, and patient information privacy.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial optimization, and customer experience initiatives.
- Manage insurance claims and resolve payment rejections.
- Support staff hiring and training processes.
- Maintain pharmacy workflow efficiency and participate in community events.
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 respective Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the respective Board of Pharmacy within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Garland, Texas.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Work modality: On-site.
- 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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