About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will support the daily operations of our pharmacy while gaining clinical experience. This role focuses on delivering patient care, managing pharmacy workflows, and assisting the pharmacy manager with business operations. You will work on-site in a retail environment, helping customers with their medication needs and providing preventive healthcare services.
What you'll do#
- Counsel patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform clinical services, including immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness screenings.
- Manage the compounding, verification, and dispensation of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial performance analysis, and staff training.
- Ensure pharmacy operations comply with company policies and legal regulations.
- Handle insurance claims processing and resolve customer issues.
- Maintain relationships with the local medical community and participate in outreach activities.
- Oversee opening and closing procedures and manage shift changes.
What you'll need#
- A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution, or a willingness to obtain one before the start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Certification as an immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Yakima, Washington.
- The role is full-time and on-site.
- This is a paid internship with a rolling term.
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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