About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work on-site in a retail pharmacy setting. This position is full-time and follows a rolling schedule. You will gain hands-on experience in clinical services, pharmacy operations, and team management while preparing for your career as a licensed pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Consult with customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and side effects.
- Provide preventive healthcare services, including administering immunizations and flu shots.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial performance analysis, and workflow optimization.
- Engage with patients to resolve issues and provide assistance with products or services.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Support the pharmacy team through staff training, coaching, and performance management.
- Maintain proficiency with pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus and StoreNET.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to your start date.
- Ability to secure pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a certified immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Muncie, Indiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 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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