About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care while assisting the pharmacy team. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations in accordance with state and federal regulations. This role focuses on gaining practical experience in a pharmacy setting while delivering customer service.
What you'll do#
- Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers with patient care and services.
- Process prescriptions by entering data, handling third-party billing, filling, and dispensing.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient and drug information.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Support inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing shipments.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's direct attention.
- Maintain the pharmacy department by keeping it clean, stocked, and organized.
- Register sales on the cash register.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow the Quality Improvement Program.
- Follow company policies, including Good Faith Dispensing and asset protection.
- Complete all required training and stay current on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- 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 Des Moines, Iowa.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
- This is a paid internship.
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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