About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will work directly with patients and medical providers to ensure safe medication use and provide health services. This role involves balancing clinical responsibilities with operational tasks to support the pharmacy team.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers and answer questions about medication usage, side effects, and interactions.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues and offer assistance with products and services.
- Promote healthcare services, including immunizations, medication management, and wellness awareness.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or address patient health needs.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with workflow optimization, inventory management, and financial performance.
- Support staff training and development to maintain high service standards.
- Ensure all pharmacy operations comply with company policies and state and federal regulations.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 90 days of hire.
- Current certification as an immunizer or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Sun City West, Arizona.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour, depending on experience and location.
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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