About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and the pharmacy team. This role focuses on gaining practical experience in pharmacy operations, customer service, and regulatory compliance. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support the delivery of health services while preparing for your future career.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy, including entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with patients and customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide assistance with products and services.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient and drug information.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Report prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Handle telephone calls and register sales at the cash register.
- Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy department.
- Complete all required training and stay current on pharmacy developments.
- Adhere to the Pharmacy Code of Conduct and Good Faith Dispensing policies.
What you'll need#
- Current 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#
- This position is located in Chicago, Illinois.
- The role is on-site and 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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