About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will work on-site to support clinical operations and patient care. This full-time role focuses on providing pharmacy consulting services, ensuring the accurate dispensation of medication, and assisting the pharmacy manager with daily operations. You will engage directly with patients to address their health needs while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
What you'll do#
- Consult with customers on medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare services like immunizations.
- Perform compounding, verification, and medication management tasks.
- Support pharmacy workflow, including inventory management and the retail fill process.
- Resolve insurance claim issues and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, performance coaching, and operational procedures.
- Use pharmacy IT systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, and StoreNET.
- Maintain current knowledge of pharmacy practices through industry journals and company resources.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution prior to the start date.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Must be a certified immunizer or willing to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbia, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour.
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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