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 fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements while you gain clinical experience in a retail setting. You will work full-time to support pharmacy operations, patient care, and clinical services.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform pharmacist tasks such as compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Review, interpret, and accurately dispense prescribed medications.
- Ensure pharmacy operations follow all regulations, company policies, and standards.
- Assist the Pharmacy Manager with staff hiring, training, and workflow optimization.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and offering assistance with products and services.
- Perform retail and clinical services, including immunizations and flu shots.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, automation, and StoreNET.
- Process insurance claims accurately and follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
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 by the state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy in the district states within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Jacinto City, Texas.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour.
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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