About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support pharmacy operations and patient care in a retail setting. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Madison, Wisconsin. You will work directly with the pharmacy manager to ensure efficient daily operations, regulatory compliance, and high-quality customer service.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform clinical tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, medication management, and verification.
- Administer immunizations and other wellness services.
- Counsel patients on side effects, contraindications, and over-the-counter products.
- Help manage pharmacy inventory, financial performance, and insurance claim processing.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, coaching, and hiring processes.
- Maintain pharmacy systems and ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
- Handle pharmacy opening, closing, and shift change duties.
- Build relationships with local medical providers and participate in community outreach.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or completion of a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) program from an accredited institution.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Current certification as an immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Madison, Wisconsin.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
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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