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. This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Jefferson City, Missouri.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including medication usage, side effects, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform pharmacist tasks such as compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, offering assistance, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Support the pharmacy manager with workflow, inventory management, and performance data analysis.
- Ensure pharmacy operations follow all regulations, company policies, and standards.
- Process insurance claims and follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Participate in community outreach and local medical community relationship building.
- Assist with staff training and performance coaching.
- Maintain current knowledge of pharmacy systems and healthcare developments.
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 in the state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status or willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Jefferson City, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
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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