About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support the daily operations of the pharmacy department. You will learn pharmacy policies and procedures while assisting the team in providing patient care. This role involves direct interaction with customers and requires adherence to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team in the practice of pharmacy.
- Enter, process, fill, and dispense prescriptions using pharmacy systems.
- Deliver patient care and services within your state scope of practice, such as counseling and health services.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle register sales and cash transactions.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by ordering, unpacking, and storing shipments.
- Support the maintenance of the pharmacy department to ensure it remains clean and organized.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
- Handle routine telephone calls.
What you'll need#
- 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#
- This position is located in Brooklyn, New York.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
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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