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 in a retail pharmacy setting while adhering to state and federal regulations. You will support daily operations, build customer relationships, and develop the skills necessary for a future career as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and drug data.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Help deliver patient care services, such as health screenings and medication therapy management, within your scope of practice.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness and stock supplies.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow quality improvement policies.
- Complete required training and stay updated on pharmacy developments.
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: Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- This is a paid internship.
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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