About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care while assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain experience in pharmacy operations and customer service. This role involves following state, federal, and company policies to ensure accurate prescription processing and high-quality patient support.
What you'll do#
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Assist pharmacists with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient and drug information.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by ordering, unpacking, and storing shipments.
- Handle telephone calls and register sales on the cash register.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy environment.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and stay updated on pharmacy practices.
What you'll need#
- 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 Washington, District of Columbia.
- The work is on-site.
- This is a part-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
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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