About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. You will learn pharmacy policies and procedures while gaining hands-on experience in a retail setting. This role involves balancing customer service with technical tasks to ensure the pharmacy runs smoothly.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and access patient data.
- Engage with customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and build relationships.
- Handle pharmacy operations, including entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow company quality programs.
- Manage cash register transactions and handle incoming telephone calls.
- Complete all required training to 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#
- Location: Orlando, Florida.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
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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