About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This position is based in Zionsville, Indiana, and requires on-site work. You will support the pharmacy team in providing essential healthcare services while preparing for a career as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, side effects, and interactions.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Support pharmacy workflow, including inventory management and financial optimization.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, offering assistance, and resolving issues promptly.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness programs.
- Process insurance claims and follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Build relationships with the local medical community and participate in community outreach.
- Assist the Pharmacy Manager with staff training, coaching, and performance management.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems and ensure compliance with all regulations and company policies.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution before starting.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to become a certified immunizer within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Zionsville, Indiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- 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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