About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will assist the pharmacy team with daily operations, patient interactions, and the processing of prescriptions while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
- Assist with the practice of pharmacy, including entering, third party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Support patient care services such as medication therapy management, patient counseling, and blood pressure checks.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments of pharmaceuticals.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow the Quality Improvement Program.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Longview, Texas.
- This is a part-time, on-site, paid internship.
- The role follows a rolling application process.
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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