About the role#
The Pharmacy Intern role at Walgreens in Mount Airy, North Carolina, is a full-time, on-site position. This role focuses on supporting pharmacy operations, providing patient care, and assisting the pharmacy manager with daily tasks. You will work in a retail environment, helping customers with their health needs while ensuring the pharmacy runs according to company policy and legal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform compounding, dispensation, verification, and review of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with workflow, inventory management, and performance data analysis.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues and provide assistance with products and services.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services, including immunizations and health screenings.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy information technology systems.
- Build and maintain relationships with the local medical community.
- Help with staff training and development.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Mount Airy, North Carolina.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour, depending on experience and other factors.
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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