About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. This role focuses on learning pharmacy systems, processing prescriptions, and delivering customer service in a retail setting. You will gain hands-on experience in pharmacy practices while adhering to state, federal, and company regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist pharmacists and the pharmacy team with patient care and services.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and process prescriptions.
- Engage with customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide assistance.
- Handle cash register transactions and support inventory management tasks like ordering and unpacking shipments.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy department.
- Manage telephone calls and assist with administrative tasks as assigned.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow all company policies, including Good Faith Dispensing.
- 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.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Belleville, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position with an hourly range of $19.50 to $31.00.
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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