About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while gaining clinical experience. You will work under the guidance of the pharmacy manager to ensure efficient workflow, manage inventory, and provide high-quality care to patients. This role focuses on both clinical services and operational management within a retail setting.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform clinical tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, and medication verification.
- Deliver wellness services such as immunizations and flu shots.
- Counsel patients on side effects, contraindications, and over-the-counter product options.
- Support pharmacy operations by managing insurance claims, coordinating with medical providers, and maintaining pharmacy IT systems like Intercom Plus and StoreNET.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, performance coaching, and inventory management.
- Ensure the pharmacy remains in compliance with all state and federal regulations.
What you'll need#
- You must be working toward a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to your start date.
- You must be willing to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy in the district where you work within 90 days of hire.
- You must be a certified immunizer or willing to become one within 90 days of starting the role.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Poughkeepsie, New York.
- The role is full-time and on-site.
- This is a paid internship.
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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