About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations, patient care, and prescription processing. This role is designed for students currently enrolled in a pharmacy program who want to develop their skills and learn pharmacy best practices.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team in providing patient care and services, including medication therapy management and patient counseling.
- Enter, process, fill, and dispense prescriptions while following state and federal regulations.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient records and drug information.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing shipments.
- Process sales at the cash register and manage telephone calls.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
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: Medina, Ohio
- Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Part-time
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour
- Status: 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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