About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work on-site in a retail pharmacy setting. This is a full-time, paid position that operates on a rolling basis. You will assist in the daily operations of the pharmacy, provide direct care to patients, and support the pharmacy management team in maintaining efficient workflows.
What you'll do#
- Engage with customers and patients to offer assistance, answer questions, and resolve issues.
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including medication usage, side effects, and drug interactions.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, such as administering immunizations and flu shots.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment rejections.
- Partner with local medical providers and the broader healthcare community to coordinate care.
- Maintain pharmacy systems and technology to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial optimization, and staff training.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Portland, Connecticut.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
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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