About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care while assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team. You will follow state and federal regulations to gain experience in pharmacy systems, policy, and procedures. This role is designed to help you develop the skills needed to perform as a future pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
- Assist in the practice of pharmacy under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Enter, process, fill, and dispense prescriptions.
- Support patient care services, including patient counseling, blood pressure checks, and medication therapy management.
- Engage customers by greeting them, offering assistance, and resolving issues.
- Handle cash register sales and help customers locate OTC products.
- Manage telephone calls, including those to physicians.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Skokie, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, 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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