About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of our pharmacy while gaining hands-on experience in a retail environment. This role focuses on patient care, medication safety, and operational efficiency. You will work under the guidance of the pharmacy manager to help serve our customers and maintain high standards of service.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage and preventive healthcare.
- Ensure the proper compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Perform retail, clinical, and wellness services, including administering immunizations.
- Counsel patients on medicine usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
- Support pharmacy workflow, inventory management, and financial performance.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus and StoreNET.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, performance coaching, and operational procedures.
- Build and maintain relationships with the local medical community, including physicians and nurses.
- Resolve customer issues and assist with insurance claim processing.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Tucson, Arizona
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Part-time
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour, based on experience and other factors
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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