About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role focuses on learning pharmacy operations, supporting patient care, and providing customer service while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team in processing prescriptions, including entering, filling, and dispensing medications according to standard procedures.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and helping them locate products.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care services, such as health screenings and medication therapy management, within your scope of practice.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments.
- Handle pharmacy telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist's direct attention.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy department.
- Complete all required training and stay informed on current healthcare and pharmacy developments.
- Report any prescription errors immediately and follow company quality improvement policies.
- Process sales at the register and handle cash transactions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Pharmacy school program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Monroe, North Carolina.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
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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