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 focuses on fulfilling State Board of Pharmacy requirements while providing essential healthcare services to our customers. You will work on-site in a full-time capacity to support pharmacy operations and patient care.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including medication usage, side effects, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform pharmacist tasks such as compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Ensure pharmacy operations follow all regulations, company policies, and standards.
- Support efficient pharmacy workflow, including opening and closing duties and shift changes.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial performance, and staff training.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues, answer questions, and offer proactive assistance.
- Process insurance claims accurately and follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services, including immunizations.
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 the 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.
Location & details#
- Location: Portland, Maine.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, rolling term.
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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