About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will work in a retail pharmacy setting to support clinical services and daily operations. This role focuses on providing patient care, managing pharmacy workflows, and assisting the pharmacy manager with team development and inventory oversight.
What you'll do#
- Consult with customers on medication usage, potential interactions, and preventive healthcare services.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Support pharmacy operations by managing workflows, insurance claims, and inventory.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services, including immunizations and flu shots.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, performance coaching, and operational procedures.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, and StoreNET.
- Engage with the local medical community to coordinate patient care and resolve prescription issues.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or pursuit of a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or the ability to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- Compensation is paid, and the position is open on a rolling basis.
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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