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 in daily operations while learning to provide patient care in accordance with state and federal regulations. This is a part-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Perform tasks such as data entry, third party processing, filling, and dispensing medications.
- Assist with patient counseling and health services like medication therapy management.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage telephone inquiries.
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness and order.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow all safety and quality policies.
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, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Westhampton Beach, New York.
- The position is on-site and part-time.
- Compensation ranges from $19.50 to $31.00 per hour based on skills, education, and experience.
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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