About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This is a full-time, paid position focused on learning pharmacy operations, patient care, and customer service in accordance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with daily operations, including entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient and drug information.
- Support patient care services such as medication therapy management, blood pressure screenings, and patient counseling within your scope of practice.
- Engage with customers by answering questions, resolving issues, and helping them locate products.
- Handle cash register transactions and maintain the appearance and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Manage inventory tasks, including ordering, unpacking, and checking pharmaceutical shipments.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and maintain knowledge of current pharmacy practices.
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, which includes evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- Location: East Syracuse, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-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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