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. This role focuses on learning pharmacy operations, patient care, and customer service while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with daily tasks, including entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and drug data.
- Provide customer service by greeting patients, answering questions, and helping them locate over-the-counter products.
- Support patient care services such as blood pressure monitoring and medication therapy management within your scope of practice.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's direct attention.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Complete required training and stay updated on pharmacy developments.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow quality improvement policies.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Springfield, Ohio.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
- This is a paid position.
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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