About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team. This role focuses on gaining hands-on experience with pharmacy operations, customer service, and clinical tasks while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team members with daily operations.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
- Perform tasks related to entering, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care and services within the state scope of practice.
- Register sales and handle cash transactions.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness, organization, and adequate supply levels.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's attention.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Westhampton Beach, New York.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
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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