About the role#
This is a full-time Pharmacy Intern position based in Whiteville, North Carolina. You will work on-site to support pharmacy operations, patient care, and clinical services. This role is designed to help you transition into a professional pharmacist position by balancing operational tasks with direct customer interaction.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage, side effects, and potential drug interactions.
- Perform clinical services, including administering immunizations and other preventive healthcare measures.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Support the pharmacy manager with daily operations, including inventory management, financial performance analysis, and staff training.
- Process insurance claims and resolve payment rejections.
- Communicate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions and resolve patient health concerns.
- Manage pharmacy opening and closing procedures and shift change duties.
- Maintain and improve pharmacy systems and workflow efficiency.
What you'll need#
- You must be on track to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution before your start date.
- You must be willing to secure pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of your hire date.
- You must be a certified immunizer or willing to complete certification within 90 days of your hire date.
Location & details#
- Location: Whiteville, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
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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