About the role#
As a Summer Pharmacy Intern, you will work alongside pharmacists and pharmacy team members to provide patient care. This role focuses on learning pharmacy operations, building customer relationships, and assisting with clinical services under supervision. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail environment while complying with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions according to standard operating procedures.
- Support pharmacists with patient care services like medication therapy management and blood pressure checks within the state scope of practice.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and help them locate over-the-counter products.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by unpacking, checking, and storing shipments.
- Handle cash register transactions and process sales.
- Learn pharmacy policies and procedures while completing required training.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow quality improvement protocols.
- Manage non-pharmacist telephone calls, including those to physician offices.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Six months of retail experience is preferred.
- Prior work experience with Walgreens is preferred.
- Strong math skills for accurate prescription filling, including counting and weighing, are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Dublin, Ohio
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Part-time
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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