About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the pharmacy team while gaining experience in a retail setting. You will learn to provide patient care and operate pharmacy systems under the supervision of a pharmacist. This position involves both operational tasks and direct interaction with customers to ensure a positive experience.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily operations.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and retrieve patient information.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and resolve issues to provide assistance.
- Perform duties related to entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions as supervised by the pharmacist.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care services.
- Handle incoming telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist's personal attention.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments.
- Register sales at the cash register.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
- Complete all required training and maintain knowledge of pharmacy practices.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Methuen, Massachusetts.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-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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