About the role#
This position is for a Pharmacy Intern Grad based in Santa Clara, California. You will work on-site in a retail pharmacy setting, supporting the pharmacy manager with daily operations, clinical services, and patient care. This is a full-time, paid role with a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Provide consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with financial analysis, inventory management, and workflow optimization.
- Counsel patients on side effects, contraindications, and medication information.
- Perform clinical services including immunizations and flu shots.
- Manage pharmacy opening and closing procedures and shift change duties.
- Maintain pharmacy systems including Intercom Plus, registers, and automation.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment issues.
- Coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions, dosages, and allergies.
- Build relationships with the local medical community and participate in outreach.
- Support staff training and promote teamwork within the pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution before the start date.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Must be a certified immunizer or willing to become one within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to maintain current knowledge of pharmacy regulations and healthcare practices.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time
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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