About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will learn to navigate pharmacy systems, process prescriptions, and support the daily operations of the department. This role focuses on developing your skills in patient care and pharmacy practice while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team in delivering patient care and services.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle phone calls that do not require the pharmacist's direct attention.
- Process sales transactions at the register.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly pharmacy department.
- Immediately report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and stay current on healthcare and pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: FAIRFAX, Virginia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 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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