About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will support pharmacy operations while gaining experience in a retail setting. This role involves direct patient interaction, medication management, and collaborating with the pharmacy management team to ensure efficient daily workflows.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services and answer patient questions regarding medication usage, side effects, and interactions.
- Perform clinical and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness activities.
- Manage the compounding, review, and verification of prescribed medications according to regulatory guidelines.
- Support the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial performance analysis, and staff training.
- Process insurance claims and resolve customer issues to ensure service quality.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems including Intercom Plus, registers, and automation tools.
- Engage with customers by offering assistance and modeling service best practices.
What you'll need#
- A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to your start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Lansing, Michigan.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship with a rolling application term.
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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