About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team. This role focuses on gaining hands-on experience with pharmacy systems, patient interaction, and operational procedures while working under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy, including prescription processing and patient counseling within your state scope of practice.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain drug information and process prescriptions.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle cash transactions at the register and support inventory management, such as ordering and unpacking pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and follow the Good Faith Dispensing policy.
- Manage telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Florissant, Missouri.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-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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