About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the pharmacy team by providing patient care and assisting with daily operations. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while working under the supervision of a pharmacist. This role is focused on learning pharmacy policies, procedures, and service standards to prepare for a future career as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team members in daily tasks.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and manage patient information.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Perform duties including entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care services, such as counseling and health screenings.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage pharmacy inventory, including unpacking and storing shipments.
- Maintain the pharmacy department in a clean and organized condition.
- Complete all required training and stay updated on pharmacy developments.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
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#
- Location: Alexandria, Virginia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
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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