About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and the pharmacy team. You will gain experience in pharmacy operations and customer service while working under the supervision of a pharmacist in accordance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Engage with patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information, process prescriptions, and handle third-party billing.
- Assist in the practice of pharmacy, including entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care services, such as medication therapy management, within the state scope of practice.
- Resolve customer questions and issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Manage inventory by ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness and ensure the department is stocked with necessary supplies.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash transactions.
- Report any prescription errors immediately and follow company quality improvement policies.
- Complete all required training to maintain current knowledge of healthcare and pharmacy practices.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Culpeper, Virginia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, rolling term.
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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