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, interact with patients, and learn the daily operations required to function as a future pharmacist. This is a paid, on-site role with a flexible schedule.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy, including prescription entry, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to provide a positive experience.
- Help healthcare providers deliver patient care services within the state scope of practice, such as medication therapy management and blood pressure screenings.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the direct attention of a pharmacist.
- Operate the cash register for sales transactions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and stay updated 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#
- Location: Plattsburgh, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time with flexible hours.
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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