About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while adhering to state and federal regulations. This is a part-time position with a rolling application window.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with daily tasks and patient services.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and process prescriptions.
- Enter, fill, and dispense medications under pharmacist supervision.
- Help customers by answering questions, resolving issues, and offering assistance.
- Support inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Handle phone calls that do not require the direct attention of a pharmacist.
- Register sales at the cash register.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Northport, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on skills, education, and experience.
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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