About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and provide care to patients. This role is designed to help you develop the skills needed to practice as a future pharmacist while ensuring customers receive helpful service.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with daily tasks and patient interactions.
- Use pharmacy systems to access patient records and drug information.
- Process, fill, and dispense prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
- Engage with customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and offer assistance with products.
- Help with inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Perform patient care services like medication therapy management or blood pressure checks, within your state scope of practice.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Handle telephone calls and register sales at the cash terminal.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow all company safety and quality policies.
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, which includes evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Melrose, Massachusetts.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-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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