About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care while assisting the pharmacy team. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to handle daily operations, process prescriptions, and support the pharmacy department. This role is designed to help you gain practical experience with pharmacy systems, policies, and customer service standards.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Use pharmacy systems to retrieve patient information and drug details.
- Provide patient care and services within your state scope of practice.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle cash register transactions and sales.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing shipments.
- Keep the pharmacy clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
- Handle phone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time with flexible hours.
- Compensation: This position is paid.
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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