About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will support pharmacy operations and patient care in a retail setting. This is a full-time position focused on medication management, clinical services, and team collaboration. You will work under the guidance of the pharmacy manager to ensure efficient daily operations and high-quality customer service.
What you'll do#
- Consult with customers on medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Perform clinical tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Administer immunizations and flu shots and provide diabetes awareness services.
- Manage pharmacy workflow, including opening and closing duties and shift transitions.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment issues.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial performance analysis, and staff training.
- Engage with patients to answer questions regarding side effects, generics, and over-the-counter products.
- Build and maintain relationships with local medical providers and the community.
- Use pharmacy information systems to support staff and customers.
What you'll need#
- A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to your start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Current certification as an immunizer, or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Waterloo, Iowa.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- 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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