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. You will learn to assist the pharmacy team while following state and federal regulations. This role focuses on developing your skills in patient care, pharmacy operations, and customer service to prepare you for a future career as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy, including entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with patients by answering questions, resolving issues, and helping them locate products.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient and drug information.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage telephone inquiries.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow the Good Faith Dispensing policy.
- Complete required training to stay current on healthcare and 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 located in Madison, Alabama.
- The work is on-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling application window.
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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