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 systems, processing prescriptions, and delivering service to customers. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks.
- Process prescriptions, including entering data, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle pharmacy telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist.
- Manage inventory by ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the pharmacy department by keeping it clean, organized, and stocked with supplies.
- Operate the cash register for sales transactions.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete required training and stay current on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Current 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#
- This position is located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
- This is a paid internship.
- The hourly pay range is $19.50 to $31.00, depending on skills, education, and experience.
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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