About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work on-site to support pharmacy operations and provide direct care to customers. This position involves balancing clinical responsibilities with retail services, ensuring that patients receive accurate medications and helpful guidance. You will work closely with the pharmacy manager to improve workflow, manage inventory, and maintain a high standard of service.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including counseling patients on medication usage, side effects, and potential interactions.
- Review, interpret, and accurately dispense prescribed medications.
- Perform clinical and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness screenings.
- Support pharmacy operations by opening and closing the store, managing shift changes, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Process insurance claims and follow up with medical providers or insurance companies as needed.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, hiring, and providing constructive feedback to the team.
- Maintain and build relationships with the local medical community, including physicians and nurses.
- Utilize pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus and StoreNET to manage daily tasks and improve store productivity.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Albemarle, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
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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