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 assisting with clinical services. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while helping to maintain a clean and organized department.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist with prescription entry, filling, and third-party processing.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and helping them locate over-the-counter products.
- Handle pharmacy telephone calls and resolve customer issues.
- Support inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Process sales at the register and handle cash transactions.
- Report prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy policies, procedures, and asset protection techniques.
- Assist with patient care services like blood pressure checks and medication therapy management within your scope of practice.
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: Carmel, Indiana.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
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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