About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations, patient care, and medication management. This role focuses on learning pharmacy systems, procedures, and customer service standards to prepare for a career as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team in providing patient care and services, including medication therapy management and patient counseling.
- Process prescriptions by entering data, handling third-party billing, and managing the filling and dispensing process.
- Use pharmacy systems to retrieve patient and drug information.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle cash register transactions and sales.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty.
- Handle incoming telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Complete all required training and stay current on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Hartselle, Alabama.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position with a rolling term.
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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