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 focuses on learning pharmacy systems, procedures, and customer service standards while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with daily tasks including entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care services, such as medication therapy management and health screenings, within your scope of practice.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, which includes ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical stock.
- Maintain the pharmacy department by keeping it clean, orderly, and well-stocked with necessary supplies.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage telephone inquiries that do not require a pharmacist.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training to stay current on pharmacy practices and company policies.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Dickson, Tennessee.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
- This is a paid internship.
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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