About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to learn the practice of pharmacy. You will support the pharmacy team while gaining hands-on experience with patient care, prescription processing, and pharmacy operations in accordance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily operations.
- Use pharmacy systems to look up patient and drug information.
- Process and fill prescriptions.
- Engage with patients by answering questions, resolving issues, and offering assistance with products.
- Perform patient counseling and other health services within your scope of practice.
- Handle telephone calls and assist with inventory management, including ordering and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Register sales and handle cash transactions.
- Report prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Maintain the pharmacy department to ensure it remains clean, stocked, and orderly.
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 Leland, North Carolina.
- The role is on-site and full-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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