About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will work in a full-time, on-site capacity in Lexington, Kentucky. This role focuses on providing clinical services and supporting the daily operations of a retail pharmacy. You will gain hands-on experience in patient consultation, medication management, and pharmacy administration while working toward your professional licensure.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform core pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services such as immunizations and flu shots.
- Assist with pharmacy workflow, including inventory management, insurance claim processing, and identifying ways to optimize pharmacy financials.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues, answer health-related questions, and provide a positive service experience.
- Collaborate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions, dosages, and potential drug interactions.
- Support the pharmacy manager with staff training, hiring, and performance coaching.
- Participate in community outreach activities to promote pharmacy business and healthcare services.
- Ensure all pharmacy operations comply with company policies, state regulations, and federal laws.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to your start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer, or willingness to complete certification within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Kentucky
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
- 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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