About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work directly with the pharmacy team to support patient care and daily operations. You will learn pharmacy systems, assist with prescription processing, and gain experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role involves working under the supervision of a pharmacist to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy staff with daily operations.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Engage with customers to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Handle cash register transactions and sales.
- Manage non-clinical telephone calls, including those to physicians.
- Support inventory tasks like ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and stay current on pharmacy practices.
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: Santa Clara, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position with an hourly range of $19.50 to $31.00 depending on experience and skills.
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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