About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will assist the pharmacy team with daily operations, patient care, and customer service while following state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with processing prescriptions, including data entry, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care services, such as medication therapy management and patient counseling, within your state scope of practice.
- Handle administrative tasks including telephone inquiries, cash register sales, and inventory management.
- Maintain the pharmacy department by keeping it clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Participate in required training to build your knowledge of pharmacy policy and healthcare developments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, which includes evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- This role is located in East Lyme, Connecticut.
- This is an on-site, paid position.
- The role is full-time with a rolling term.
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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