About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care while assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team. You will use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and gain experience with company policies and procedures. This role is designed to help you build the skills necessary to perform as a future pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Greet customers, answer their questions, and help resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Assist in the practice of pharmacy under the supervision of a pharmacist, including entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care services, such as counseling and health screenings, within the state scope of practice.
- Handle cash register transactions and assist customers in locating products in the OTC aisle.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and checking pharmaceutical shipments.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow the Good Faith Dispensing policy.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Handle incoming telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist.
- Complete required training and stay current on healthcare and pharmacy 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, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Liberty Township, Ohio.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- 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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