About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain practical experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role focuses on learning pharmacy operations, patient care, and policy compliance while supporting the pharmacy team in daily tasks.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy staff with daily operations and patient care.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and retrieve drug or patient information.
- Engage with customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide assistance with products.
- Help with inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical stock.
- Perform pharmacy duties such as patient counseling and health services within your state scope of practice.
- Handle telephone calls and register sales at the point of sale.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Complete all required training and stay updated on pharmacy procedures and policies.
- 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: San Antonio, Texas.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and education.
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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