About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while gaining experience in clinical and retail services. This role involves working directly with customers, managing pharmacy workflows, and assisting the pharmacy manager with administrative and financial tasks. This is a full-time, on-site position.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers, including counseling on medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, optimizing pharmacy financials, and staff training.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues and offer assistance with products and services.
- Perform retail, clinical, and wellness services, such as administering immunizations.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment rejections.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus.
- Ensure the pharmacy operates according to all regulations and company policies.
- Participate in community outreach to promote pharmacy services.
What you'll need#
- A willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree.
- A willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 90 days of hire.
- A willingness to become a certified immunizer within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: York, Pennsylvania.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour.
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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