About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while gaining experience in clinical and retail services. You will work closely with the pharmacy manager to maintain high standards of care, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide consulting services to patients. This role involves both technical tasks, such as medication verification, and interpersonal responsibilities, including patient counseling and community outreach.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services regarding medication usage, side effects, and drug interactions.
- Perform clinical tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, and medication verification.
- Deliver wellness services such as immunizations and flu shots.
- Support pharmacy workflow by assisting with inventory management, financial analysis, and procedure development.
- Engage with customers to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Handle pharmacy opening, closing, and shift change duties.
- Maintain pharmacy systems and ensure accurate processing of insurance claims.
- Collaborate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions and coordinate patient care.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training and performance coaching.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or completion of a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) program at an accredited institution.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Current certification as an immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Elkhorn, Nebraska.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: 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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