About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will support the pharmacy manager in daily operations, help optimize inventory and financials, and work to improve the overall customer experience. This role focuses on transitioning pharmacy services from transactional tasks to interpersonal patient care.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, including administering immunizations and flu shots.
- Manage the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Counsel patients on side effects, contraindications, and over-the-counter product options.
- Support pharmacy workflow by coordinating staff activities and assisting with hiring, training, and performance coaching.
- Maintain pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus and StoreNET to ensure accurate operations.
- Communicate with insurance companies and medical providers to resolve claims and clarify prescriptions.
- Build relationships with the local medical community, including physicians and nurses, to support pharmacy growth.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or pursuit of a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Current status as a Certified Immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Dayton, Ohio
- 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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