About the role#
This is a full-time pharmacy intern position based in Alexandria, Minnesota. You will work on-site to support pharmacy operations, patient care, and clinical services. This role involves a mix of administrative tasks, operational management, and direct patient interaction.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, side effects, and potential interactions.
- Perform core pharmacist tasks, including drug therapy reviews, medication management, and verification of prescriptions.
- Assist with compounding and dispensing medications while following regulatory guidelines and company policies.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and offering preventive healthcare services like immunizations and flu shots.
- Help the pharmacy manager with daily operations, including workflow coordination, inventory management, and pharmacy financials.
- Process insurance claims and resolve issues to ensure accurate billing.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, and StoreNET.
- Participate in community outreach and build relationships with local healthcare providers.
- Assist with staff training and hiring processes.
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#
- Location: Alexandria, Minnesota.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This position is paid with an hourly rate range of $33.50 to $45.30 depending on experience and skills.
- Term: Rolling.
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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