About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. This role focuses on learning pharmacy workflows, adhering to state and federal regulations, and providing high-quality service to our customers. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while completing your pharmaceutical education.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with prescription processing, including entry, third-party billing, filling, and dispensing.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Help pharmacists and healthcare providers deliver patient care services, such as medication therapy management and health screenings.
- Manage inventory by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical stock.
- Handle cash register transactions and maintain the cleanliness and order of the pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty and follow quality improvement protocols.
- Complete all required training and stay current on healthcare and pharmacy developments.
- Handle pharmacy telephone calls that do not require the direct attention of a pharmacist.
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: Houston, Texas.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: This is a 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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