About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work on-site in a retail pharmacy setting. This is a full-time, paid position that focuses on clinical services, operations, and patient care. You will assist the pharmacy manager with daily tasks while gaining hands-on experience in a professional healthcare environment.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and side effects.
- Perform clinical services, including administering immunizations and flu shots.
- Handle the compounding, dispensing, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Support efficient pharmacy operations, including inventory management and workflow optimization.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues and provide assistance with products.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment rejections.
- Coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions, dosages, and patient allergies.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff hiring, training, and performance coaching.
- Maintain proficiency in 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 the start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or willingness to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Cornelius, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Salary Range: $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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