About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain practical experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will assist the pharmacy team in daily operations, patient care, and inventory management while learning to provide a helpful customer experience. This is a paid, on-site role with a flexible schedule.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy staff with daily tasks, including entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Use pharmacy systems to retrieve patient and drug information.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care services, such as medication therapy management and patient counseling, within your state scope of practice.
- Handle phone calls that do not require the pharmacist's direct attention.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash as required.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and stay updated on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, which includes evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Des Moines, Iowa.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and education.
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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