About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while gaining experience in clinical and retail services. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, with a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers and counsel patients on medication usage, side effects, and drug interactions.
- Manage the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Perform retail and clinical services, including immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness screenings.
- Greet customers, offer assistance, and resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Maintain and utilize pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, and StoreNET.
- Process insurance claims accurately and follow up with medical providers or insurance companies as needed.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, hiring, and daily workflow management.
- Handle the opening and closing procedures of the pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing or willing to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- You must be willing to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- You are a certified immunizer or are willing to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
- The position is full-time and on-site.
- 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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