About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will work on-site in Yakima, Washington. This role supports the pharmacy team in daily operations, patient care, and clinical services. You will assist the pharmacy manager with workflow, inventory, and financial performance while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform clinical services including immunizations and flu shots.
- Manage the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, hiring, and workflow optimization.
- Maintain pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus and StoreNET.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Engage with customers to offer assistance and resolve issues.
- Stay current on pharmacy practices through journals and company publications.
What you'll need#
- A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to the start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Certification as an immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Yakima, Washington.
- Type: Part-time, paid internship.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 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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