About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of our retail pharmacy. You will work directly with the Pharmacy Manager to ensure efficient workflows, manage inventory, and maintain high standards of service. This role involves both clinical tasks and customer interaction, helping to bridge the gap between transactional pharmacy work and personalized patient care.
What you'll do#
- Engage with customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide consultations on medication usage, side effects, and health needs.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, including immunizations and flu shots.
- Review, interpret, and accurately dispense prescribed medications while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Assist the Pharmacy Manager with inventory management, financial optimization, and staff training.
- Process insurance claims and maintain relationships with the local medical community, including physicians and nurses.
- Use pharmacy information technology systems to support daily tasks and enhance productivity.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- You must obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of your hire date.
- You are a certified immunizer or are willing to become one within 90 days of starting.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Dayton, Tennessee.
- This is an on-site, part-time role.
- 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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