About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare. You will work within regulatory guidelines and company policies to ensure the accurate compounding, dispensation, and verification of prescriptions. This role supports the pharmacy manager in optimizing workflow, managing inventory, and maintaining high standards for customer service.
What you'll do#
- Engage with customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide assistance with products and services.
- Counsel patients on medication usage, side effects, interactions, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform pharmacist tasks such as drug therapy reviews, compounding, and medication management.
- Assist with pharmacy operations, including opening and closing duties and shift changes.
- Maintain pharmacy systems, including Intercom Plus and StoreNET, to support staff and customers.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or suggest alternatives.
- Perform clinical services like immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness screenings.
- Support the pharmacy manager with staff training, coaching, and performance monitoring.
- Review pharmacy financials and key performance indicators with leadership.
- Build relationships with local healthcare providers and participate in community outreach.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution before your 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: Brooklyn, New York.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Work modality: On-site.
- 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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