About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will provide essential pharmacy consulting services and ensure the safe, accurate dispensation of medications. You will work closely with the pharmacy manager to optimize operations, manage inventory, and enhance the overall customer experience. This role focuses on transitioning pharmacy services from transactional tasks to interpersonal patient care.
What you'll do#
- Provide patient consultations, medication management, and drug therapy reviews.
- Perform clinical services including immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness screenings.
- Counsel patients on medication usage, side effects, interactions, and over-the-counter options.
- Verify and dispense prescribed medications while maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines and company policies.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with workflow coordination, staff coaching, and performance data analysis.
- Build relationships with local healthcare providers and participate in community outreach.
- Process insurance claims and resolve issues with insurers or medical providers.
- Handle pharmacy opening, closing, and shift-change responsibilities.
- Utilize pharmacy technology systems to support staff and improve productivity.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain 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.
- Current certification as an immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: $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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