About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and the broader pharmacy team. You will operate under state and federal regulations to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy environment. This role is designed to help you build the skills necessary to perform as a future pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Process prescriptions using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information.
- Perform tasks such as entering, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Model and share customer service best practices with the team.
- Assist with patient counseling and health services like medication therapy management.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Maintain the pharmacy department's appearance and ensure it is stocked with necessary supplies.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist immediately and follow the Good Faith Dispensing policy.
- Register sales on the cash register and complete all required training.
What you'll need#
- 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 based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
- This is a paid internship with rolling start dates.
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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