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 full-time, on-site position focuses on providing pharmacy consulting services, ensuring the accurate dispensing of medications, and supporting pharmacy operations. You will play a key role in transitioning pharmacy services from transactional tasks to interpersonal patient care.
What you'll do#
- Engage with customers to provide assistance, resolve issues, and answer questions regarding medication usage, side effects, and interactions.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, including immunizations and flu shots.
- Manage pharmacist tasks such as compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Ensure pharmacy operations follow all regulations, company policies, and Good Faith Dispensing standards.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with workflow efficiency, inventory management, and financial optimization.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or dosages.
- Support staff training, performance management, and team development.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy information systems and digital tools.
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 your state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Role type: Full-time, 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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