About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work in a retail pharmacy environment to support patient care and operational efficiency. You will assist the pharmacy team with medication management, customer service, and clinical services while gaining hands-on experience in a professional healthcare setting.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage and preventive healthcare.
- Ensure the proper compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Support efficient pharmacy workflow and assist with pharmacy financials and inventory management.
- Engage customers, resolve issues, and model customer service best practices.
- Perform retail, clinical, and wellness services including immunizations and flu shots.
- Counsel patients on side effects, drug interactions, and over-the-counter products.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus to support staff and customers.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment rejections.
- Develop relationships with the local medical community, including physicians and nurses.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, coaching, and performance management.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to the start date.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the respective Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Certified Immunizer status or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Shallotte, North Carolina.
- 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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