About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while providing direct care to patients. You will work alongside the pharmacy manager to ensure efficient workflows, manage inventory, and maintain high standards of service. This role involves both clinical tasks and operational duties, helping you gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including medication usage, side effects, and potential interactions.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, such as administering immunizations and flu shots.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescriptions.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial analysis, and staff training.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Engage with customers, resolve issues, and promote healthcare services.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus and StoreNET.
- Participate in community outreach 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 Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Current certification as an immunizer, or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time with flexible hours.
- Compensation: Paid position with a salary range of $33.50 to $45.30 per hour.
- Status: This is a rolling position.
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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