About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to learn the daily operations of a retail pharmacy. This role focuses on gaining practical experience in patient care, prescription processing, and pharmacy systems while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Enter, fill, and dispense prescriptions under supervision.
- Engage with patients to offer assistance, resolve issues, and provide a positive experience.
- Handle customer inquiries and telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist.
- Support inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Assist with patient care services within the state scope of practice, such as medication therapy management.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Register sales at the cash register.
- Complete special assignments as directed.
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#
- Location: Englishtown, New Jersey.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
- Work is performed on-site.
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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