About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide high-quality patient care by assisting the pharmacist and the pharmacy team. You will follow state and federal regulations while gaining hands-on experience in pharmacy operations. This role is designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to perform as a future pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and retrieve patient information.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Assist pharmacists in delivering patient care, including medication therapy management and health screenings like blood pressure checks.
- Help with inventory management tasks such as ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash transactions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately and follow all company quality improvement protocols.
- Handle pharmacy-related telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's direct attention.
- Complete all required training and stay current on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A flexible schedule that includes availability for evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Kent, Ohio.
- 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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