About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while gaining experience in clinical and retail services. This role involves direct patient interaction, medication management, and assisting the pharmacy manager with workflow and administrative tasks. You will work on-site in a team environment to ensure regulatory compliance and high quality care for our patients.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, side effects, and drug interactions.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Engage customers by greeting them, offering assistance, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, including immunizations and flu shots.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment rejections.
- Follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions, dosages, and potential interactions.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff hiring, training, and identifying ways to optimize pharmacy financials and inventory management.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus and StoreNET.
- Participate in community outreach activities to promote pharmacy services.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the respective Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or willingness to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Saint Charles, Missouri.
- 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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