About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will support pharmacy operations while gaining practical experience in a retail setting. You will work directly with patients to provide healthcare services, manage medication processes, and assist the pharmacy management team in daily tasks. This role focuses on clinical care, operational efficiency, and building relationships within the local medical community.
What you'll do#
- Consult with customers about medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare services.
- Perform pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Administer immunizations, flu shots, and other preventive healthcare services.
- Ensure pharmacy operations follow all regulations, company policies, and standards.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or dosages.
- Support pharmacy workflow by managing inventory and optimizing financial performance.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, performance management, and hiring.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, automation, and StoreNET.
- Engage with the local medical community to build professional relationships and promote pharmacy services.
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.
- Certification as an immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Hudson, New York.
- This is an on-site, full-time role with a rolling term.
- The pay range for this position is $33.50 to $45.30 per hour.
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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