About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to learn the daily operations of a retail pharmacy. You will assist the team in providing patient care while gaining experience with pharmacy systems and regulations. This is a part-time position that offers a chance to develop your skills in a real-world healthcare setting.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks and patient services.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and retrieve patient or drug information.
- Greet customers, offer assistance, and resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Perform duties such as entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions under supervision.
- Help with patient counseling and health services like medication therapy management.
- Manage inventory by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle cash register transactions and answer non-clinical telephone calls.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
- Complete all required training and stay updated on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- 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: Riverside, California.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and education.
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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