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 provides hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting, allowing you to apply your pharmaceutical education while learning company policies and customer service standards.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Support patient care services within your state scope of practice, such as medication therapy management.
- Handle pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Manage cash register transactions and handle telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Maintain the pharmacy department in a clean and orderly condition.
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#
- Location: Florham Park, New Jersey.
- 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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