About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. This role focuses on learning pharmacy systems, processing prescriptions, and delivering service to customers. You will gain practical experience in a retail pharmacy setting while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy, including entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Process third-party prescriptions and handle sales transactions at the register.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical stock.
- Handle pharmacy telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Maintain the pharmacy department in a clean and orderly condition.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow the Quality Improvement Program.
- Complete required training and stay current on healthcare and 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: Henrietta, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Hourly Pay Range: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and education.
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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