About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work on-site in a full-time capacity. You will support the pharmacy team by providing clinical services, managing daily operations, and ensuring high-quality patient care. This role involves direct interaction with customers and medical providers to improve health outcomes.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare like immunizations.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial performance, and staff training or coaching.
- Engage with customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide counseling on side effects and over-the-counter products.
- Process insurance claims and work with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or dosage information.
- Manage pharmacy operations, including opening and closing duties, shift changes, and maintaining compliance with regulations.
- Operate pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, and automation tools.
- Build relationships with the local medical community to promote pharmacy services.
What you'll need#
- A commitment to obtaining a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution before the start date.
- A willingness to secure pharmacist licensure from the 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#
- This position is based in Quincy, Massachusetts.
- The role is full-time and on-site.
- This is a paid internship 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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