About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will support pharmacy operations while gaining hands-on experience in a retail setting. You will work closely with the pharmacy manager to ensure efficient workflows, manage inventory, and maintain high standards of patient care. This role involves both clinical tasks and operational management to help the pharmacy run smoothly.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services and counsel patients on medication usage, side effects, and potential interactions.
- Perform core pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Deliver clinical and wellness services, such as administering immunizations and flu shots.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, hiring support, and optimizing pharmacy financials.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues, answer questions, and ensure a positive experience.
- Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations, including controlled substance laws.
- Propose enhancements to pharmacy systems to improve productivity and service accuracy.
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 Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Prior experience with prescription dispensing activities.
- Working knowledge of state and federal controlled substance laws.
- Current certification as an immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Alexandria, Louisiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
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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