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 while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This is a full-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform clinical tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Administer preventive healthcare services, such as immunizations.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial performance analysis, and enhancing the customer experience.
- Support daily operations, including opening and closing the pharmacy, processing insurance claims, and managing shift changes.
- Resolve customer issues and model service best practices for the pharmacy team.
- Collaborate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions, dosages, and patient allergies.
- Assist with staff hiring and training efforts.
- Participate in community events and outreach to promote pharmacy services.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university outside the United States.
- A Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
- An intern permit or certificate issued by the Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- A willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 45 days of completing your required intern hours.
- Certification as an immunizer, or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of your start date.
- Knowledge of pharmacy systems, including Intercom Plus, registers, and StoreNET.
Location & details#
- Location: Palo Alto, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour, depending on experience and location.
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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