About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. This role focuses on learning pharmacy policies, procedures, and customer service standards while assisting the pharmacy team in compliance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with prescription processing, including entering data, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, resolving issues, and offering assistance.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient services, such as medication therapy management, blood pressure checks, and patient counseling.
- Handle pharmacy inventory tasks, including ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical stock.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Manage cash register transactions and handle telephone calls that do not require a pharmacist.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow quality improvement protocols.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
- The role is on-site and part-time.
- This is a paid position with a rolling application window.
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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