About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations, patient care, and customer service. This role is designed to help you build the skills and knowledge necessary for a career as a pharmacist while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with processing prescriptions, including data entry, third-party processing, and filling orders.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to provide a positive experience.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care and services within the permitted state scope of practice.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments.
- Handle incoming telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's direct attention.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Process sales transactions at the cash register.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
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: Vail, Arizona.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: 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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