About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work in a retail pharmacy setting to support clinical operations and patient care. This role involves balancing daily pharmacy tasks with customer service responsibilities. You will work under the guidance of the pharmacy manager to ensure the pharmacy runs efficiently while maintaining regulatory compliance.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, side effects, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Engage with patients to resolve issues and answer questions about their health needs.
- Conduct retail, clinical, and wellness services, including administering immunizations.
- Process insurance claims and follow up with medical providers or insurance companies to resolve payment rejections.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with daily procedures, staff training, and hiring.
- Participate in community outreach to promote pharmacy services.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems and technology.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or pursuit of a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a certified immunizer or a willingness to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Williamston, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time role with a 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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