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 assisting the pharmacy team in accordance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks and operations.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and process prescriptions.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and resolve issues to provide support.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care, including medication therapy management and counseling.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle pharmacy telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's direct attention.
- Process sales at the cash register.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Pharmacy Department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and follow company policies.
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: New Iberia, Louisiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position with an hourly range of $19.50 to $31.00 per hour.
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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