About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will learn to provide excellent patient care while assisting the pharmacy team. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations, process prescriptions, and gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role focuses on developing your clinical skills and customer service abilities as you prepare for your future as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy, including entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and helping them locate products.
- Support patient care services such as blood pressure checks and medication therapy management within your state scope of practice.
- Handle pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and process third-party claims.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked pharmacy department.
- Handle telephone calls and assist with cash register sales.
- Report any prescription errors immediately and follow quality improvement protocols.
- Complete all required training and stay updated on healthcare and pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A flexible schedule that includes availability for evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time with a rolling term.
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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