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 part-time, on-site role based in Lake Zurich, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including counseling patients on medicine usage, side effects, interactions, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform clinical and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness.
- Ensure proper compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Support pharmacy workflow, including opening and closing duties and shift changes.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial optimization, and staff training.
- Process insurance claims and resolve customer issues.
- Communicate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus, registers, automation, and StoreNET.
- Participate in community events and outreach.
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 states within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Lake Zurich, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-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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