About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while gaining hands-on experience in clinical services and patient care. This role focuses on balancing regulatory compliance with efficient workflow management and direct customer interaction.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, potential drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, verification, and review of prescribed medications.
- Support pharmacy workflow by optimizing inventory management and pharmacy financials.
- Engage with patients to resolve issues and answer questions about side effects, generics, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, including flu shots and immunizations.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, development, and performance coaching.
- Maintain pharmacy systems and ensure the store operates according to company policies and state or federal laws.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution before your start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Current certification as an immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Madison, Mississippi.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
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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