About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain practical experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will assist the pharmacy team with daily operations, patient care, and prescription processing while learning to follow state and federal regulations. This role focuses on developing the skills needed to practice as a future pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Engage with customers and patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Assist the pharmacy team by entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions using pharmacy systems.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care services, such as medication therapy management and health screenings, within the state scope of practice.
- Handle inventory management tasks including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the pharmacy department by keeping it clean, organized, and adequately stocked.
- Report prescription errors immediately and adhere to company policies regarding Good Faith Dispensing and the Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
- Manage register transactions and handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Complete all required training and stay updated on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, which includes evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Janesville, Wisconsin.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid 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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