About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will assist the pharmacy team with daily operations, patient care, and inventory management while learning to provide a positive experience for every customer. This is a paid position designed to help you develop the skills necessary for a future career in pharmacy.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team members with daily tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Help deliver patient care services, such as medication therapy management and patient counseling, within your state scope of practice.
- Register sales on the cash register and assist customers with over-the-counter product selection.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle incoming telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors immediately and adhere to the Good Faith Dispensing policy.
- Complete all required training and stay current on pharmacy developments.
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#
- This role is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- This is an on-site, full-time position.
- This role is paid with an hourly range of $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and location.
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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