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 safe dispensation of medications, and supporting the overall efficiency of the pharmacy workflow. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while preparing for full pharmacist licensure.
What you'll do#
- Perform pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Counsel patients on medication usage, side effects, interactions, and preventive healthcare services.
- Engage customers by greeting them, resolving issues, and modeling service best practices.
- Assist the pharmacy manager in optimizing financials, inventory management, and store operations.
- Handle pharmacy opening, closing, and shift change duties.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Participate in community events and outreach activities.
- Support staff training, coaching, and team motivation.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy information technology and regulatory standards.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, such as administering immunizations.
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 in the district within 45 days of completing your intern hours.
- Current certification as an immunizer, or the willingness to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Petoskey, Michigan.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- 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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