About the role#
This is a full-time Pharmacy Intern position based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. You will work on-site to support pharmacy operations, provide clinical services, and assist the pharmacy manager with daily tasks and staff development. This role is paid and open on a rolling basis.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Assist in managing pharmacy financials, inventory, and workflow efficiency.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, including immunizations and flu shots.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus, registers, and StoreNET.
- Process insurance claims and follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Support the pharmacy manager with staff hiring, training, and performance coaching.
- Manage pharmacy opening, closing, and shift change duties.
- Build relationships with the local medical community to support pharmacy growth.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution before starting.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Must be a certified immunizer or willing to complete certification within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Hattiesburg, MS.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: 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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