About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will support pharmacy operations in a retail setting. This role focuses on patient consultation, medication management, and maintaining efficient pharmacy workflows. You will work under the guidance of the pharmacy manager to help optimize financials, inventory, and the overall customer experience.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including patient counseling on medication usage, side effects, and potential interactions.
- Perform clinical and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness programs.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications while following regulatory guidelines.
- Assist with daily operations, including opening and closing the pharmacy and managing insurance claims.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues and provide proactive assistance.
- Support the pharmacy manager with staff training, coaching, and performance feedback.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems, including Intercom Plus and register operations.
- Coordinate with medical providers and insurance companies to clarify prescriptions and resolve claim issues.
- Participate in community outreach to promote pharmacy services.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment or willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or willingness to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Lenoir City, Tennessee.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Term: Rolling.
- Work modality: On-site.
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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