About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily pharmacy operations. This role focuses on learning how to provide patient care and managing pharmacy systems in compliance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with processing prescriptions, including data entry and third-party processing.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle pharmacy telephone calls that do not require the direct attention of a pharmacist.
- Register sales on the cash register and assist customers with locating over-the-counter products.
- Help pharmacists and healthcare providers deliver patient care services, such as medication therapy management.
- Maintain the pharmacy department to ensure it remains clean and well-stocked.
- Complete special assignments and tasks as directed by pharmacy leadership.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
- Term: Rolling.
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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