About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care while assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team. You will follow state and federal regulations to support the daily operations of the pharmacy. This role is a chance to develop the skills and service habits required to practice as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with daily tasks and operations under pharmacist supervision.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and retrieve patient or drug information.
- Greet customers, answer their questions, and resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Help with inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle telephone calls and register sales at the cash register.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care services, such as medication therapy management.
- Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
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#
- Location: Columbus, Georgia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
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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