About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Pharmacy Graduate Intern position. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements. This role focuses on gaining hands-on experience in retail, clinical, and wellness services while supporting pharmacy operations.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Ensure pharmacy operations comply with regulations and company policies.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with procedures, workflow, asset protection, and staff training.
- Engage customers by greeting them, offering assistance, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Handle pharmacy opening, closing, and shift change duties.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, automation, and StoreNET.
- Perform clinical services including immunizations and flu shots.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university outside the United States.
- Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
- An intern permit or certificate issued by the Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy in the district states within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or a willingness to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Fenton, Michigan.
- 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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