About the role#
This position is for pharmacy graduates who earned their degree outside of the United States. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements. This is a full-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Perform pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Ensure the pharmacy operates in accordance with regulations, company policies, and standards.
- Support efficient pharmacy workflow and assist the pharmacy manager in optimizing financials and inventory management.
- Engage customers by greeting them, offering assistance, and sharing customer service best practices.
- Process insurance claims and follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services, such as immunizations and flu shots.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff hiring, training, and performance coaching.
- Participate in community events to promote pharmacy services.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university outside the United States.
- Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
- Intern permit or certificate issued by the Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
- Proficiency with pharmacy information technology and systems.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California.
- Modality: On-site.
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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