About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will support the daily operations of our pharmacy while gaining hands-on experience in clinical and retail services. This role involves working directly with patients to provide medication counseling, preventive healthcare, and support for their overall wellness. You will assist the pharmacy manager in maintaining efficient workflows, managing inventory, and ensuring our services meet regulatory standards.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare like immunizations.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Engage with patients by answering questions and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Perform clinical and wellness services such as flu shots and diabetes awareness programs.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, hiring, and establishing procedures to improve pharmacy operations.
- Maintain pharmacy systems and ensure the accurate processing of insurance claims.
- Coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions, dosages, and patient allergies.
- Manage pharmacy opening and closing procedures and oversee shift changes.
- Participate in community outreach activities to support pharmacy growth.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution before starting.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Current certification as an immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour
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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