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, processing prescriptions, and assisting the pharmacy team in accordance with state and federal regulations. You will gain hands-on experience while contributing to the overall patient experience.
What you'll do#
- Engage with patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Assist pharmacists with entering, filling, and dispensing medications.
- Perform patient counseling and other health services within the state scope of practice.
- Resolve customer questions and issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage telephone inquiries.
- Support inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments.
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness and stock necessary supplies.
- Report prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete ongoing training to stay current on healthcare and 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: Roanoke, Virginia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, part-time position with rolling availability.
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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