About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This position focuses on patient care, clinical services, and pharmacy operations. You will work under the guidance of the pharmacy manager to support daily tasks, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide health services to the local community.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, side effects, and interactions.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Support efficient pharmacy workflow, inventory management, and accurate insurance claim processing.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues and provide a positive experience.
- Deliver retail, clinical, and wellness services, including immunizations.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff hiring, training, and performance management.
- Develop and maintain relationships with local medical providers and the community.
- Conduct virtual product reviews and maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Certified Immunizer status or willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Asheboro, North Carolina.
- 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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