About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. This role focuses on learning pharmacy policies and procedures while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will assist the pharmacy team in delivering services and maintaining a clean, organized department.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team members with daily tasks.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and retrieve patient or drug information.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Enter, fill, and dispense prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
- Support patient care services, such as medication therapy management and blood pressure screenings, within your state scope of practice.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments.
- Register sales on the cash register.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Complete all required training and stay updated on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Belford, New Jersey.
- Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $19.50 - $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and location.
- Status: Full-time.
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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