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 role focuses on providing pharmacy consulting services, ensuring the accurate dispensation of medications, and supporting the pharmacy manager in daily operations. You will engage directly with patients to provide clinical and wellness services while helping to optimize pharmacy workflows and inventory management.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services regarding medication usage, side effects, interactions, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services, including immunizations and flu shots.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, hiring, and performance coaching.
- Resolve customer issues and answer questions to ensure a positive patient experience.
- Maintain pharmacy operations in accordance with company policies, regulations, and standards.
- Utilize pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, and StoreNET to support staff and customers.
- Communicate corporate health and wellness strategies to the pharmacy team.
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 respective Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure in the district within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: 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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