About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacy team. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain experience in pharmacy operations, customer service, and clinical tasks. This role follows a rolling schedule and is open to students currently enrolled in a pharmacy program.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist with prescription processing, including entering, filling, and dispensing medications.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and drug data.
- Support patient care services within the state scope of practice.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle inventory management, including ordering and stocking pharmaceutical supplies.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization within the pharmacy department.
- Register sales at the cash register and handle telephone calls that do not require pharmacist attention.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: La Crosse, Wisconsin.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, part-time position.
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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