About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work on-site in a full-time capacity to support pharmacy operations and patient care. This role involves balancing clinical responsibilities with customer service and team management to ensure the pharmacy runs efficiently.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare like immunizations.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of medications while following regulatory guidelines.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with workflow optimization, inventory management, and asset protection.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues and answer questions about products or services.
- Mentor team members on customer service habits and best practices.
- Process insurance claims and follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or dosages.
- Partner with central pharmacy operations and assist with staff hiring and training.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy technology systems and analyze performance data.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- You must obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of your start date.
- You are a certified immunizer or are willing to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Shawnee, Kansas.
- The role is full-time and on-site.
- 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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