About the role#
This is a full-time Pharmacy Intern Grad position based in New Orleans, Louisiana. You will work on-site to support pharmacy operations, patient care, and team management. This role focuses on transitioning from transactional pharmacy tasks to interpersonal healthcare services.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Ensure the accurate dispensation of prescribed medications while following regulatory guidelines and company policies.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues, answer questions, and model customer service best practices.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services, such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness programs.
- Support the pharmacy manager with workflow optimization, inventory management, and financial performance.
- Assist with staff hiring, training, and performance coaching.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus, registers, and StoreNET.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment rejections.
- Develop relationships with the local medical community, including physicians and nurses.
What you'll need#
- A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution, to be obtained 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 a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: New Orleans, Louisiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour, depending on experience and location.
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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