About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care while assisting the pharmacy team. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain experience in pharmacy operations, patient service, and clinical tasks. This role is designed to help you develop the skills necessary to perform as a future pharmacist while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, offering assistance, and answering questions.
- Support patient care services such as blood pressure checks and medication therapy management.
- Handle pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information.
- Manage inventory tasks like ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy environment.
- Complete all required training and stay informed on pharmacy developments.
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, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Shreveport, Louisiana.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
- This is a paid 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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