About the role#
This position is for a Pharmacy Graduate Intern who completed their pharmacy education 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 role based in Hastings, Nebraska, with a rolling start date.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Ensure accurate compounding, dispensing, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Support pharmacy workflow, inventory management, and financial procedures.
- Greet customers, resolve issues, and model service best practices.
- Perform clinical services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness screenings.
- Counsel patients on side effects, contraindications, and lower-cost medication options.
- Maintain pharmacy technology systems and assist with system enhancements.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, coaching, and performance analysis.
- Participate in community outreach and maintain relationships with the local medical community.
- Pursue professional development and maintain required certifications and education credits.
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 by the 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: Hastings, Nebraska.
- 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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