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. This role focuses on learning pharmacy operations, assisting with patient care, and supporting the pharmacy team in daily tasks while adhering to company and legal standards.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team in providing patient care and services within your state scope of practice.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions, including entering data and third-party processing.
- Handle inventory management, such as ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, resolving issues, and assisting with product locations.
- Maintain the pharmacy department by keeping it clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies.
- Perform administrative duties including handling telephone calls and registering sales at the cash register.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow all company policies regarding Good Faith Dispensing and the Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
- Complete required training to stay current on pharmacy developments and healthcare practices.
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: Papillion, Nebraska.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
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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