About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This part-time position involves supporting pharmacy operations, providing clinical services, and engaging directly with patients to improve their health outcomes. You will work under the guidance of the Pharmacy Manager to ensure efficient workflow and high standards of patient care.
What you'll do#
- Consult with patients on medication usage, potential drug interactions, and preventive healthcare services like immunizations.
- Perform clinical tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, medication management, and verification of prescriptions.
- Assist with pharmacy operations, including inventory management, processing insurance claims, and identifying ways to improve financial performance.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Collaborate with the local medical community, including physicians and nurses, to clarify prescriptions and coordinate care.
- Help the Pharmacy Manager with staff training and the implementation of pharmacy procedures.
- Maintain proficiency with pharmacy systems, including Intercom Plus, StoreNET, and automated registers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment or willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to your start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the relevant state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Certification as an immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntersville, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour.
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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