About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while providing clinical services to customers. This role focuses on balancing patient care with operational efficiency, helping the pharmacy manager maintain inventory, financial performance, and high service standards.
What you'll do#
- Consult with patients on medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform clinical tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, and medication verification.
- Administer immunizations and flu shots.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, hiring, and performance management.
- Maintain pharmacy compliance with company policies and state or federal regulations.
- Resolve customer issues and model service best practices for the team.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or completion of a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) program from an accredited institution.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Certification as an immunizer, or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Lexington, South Carolina.
- This is a full-time, on-site role.
- The position operates on 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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