About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will work under the supervision of licensed pharmacists to learn the daily operations of the pharmacy department. This role focuses on patient care, prescription processing, and customer service while you complete your pharmacy education.
What you'll do#
- Greet patients and offer assistance with products or services.
- Resolve customer questions and build positive relationships.
- Assist with the entry, processing, filling, and dispensing of prescriptions.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care services within your state scope of practice.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage pharmacy inventory.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy workspace.
- Adhere to the Good Faith Dispensing policy and all company procedures.
- Complete all required training and stay current on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Waterbury, Connecticut.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time with rolling terms.
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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