About the role#
As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your pharmacy school education to real-world practice. Under the direction of a preceptor, you will complete a comprehensive training roadmap to gain experience in pharmacy operations. This role focuses on developing your skills to prepare for a future Pharmacist position while supporting the pharmacy team in delivering patient care.
What you'll do#
- Complete a structured training roadmap including Key Learning Experiences and time with district leaders.
- Assist the pharmacy team with daily operations, including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off workflows.
- Ensure prescriptions are filled accurately and safely while following company SOPs.
- Provide caring service to patients, including offering counseling and fielding medical questions under supervision.
- Take telephonic prescriptions from prescribers and clarify medication details.
- Perform inventory tasks such as cycle counts and returns-to-stock.
- Deliver patient health services, including immunizations and point-of-care testing, where permitted by law.
- Educate patients on vaccines and monitor for adverse reactions.
- Provide coaching to team members and contribute to a safe, inclusive environment.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.
- Valid intern or technician licensure as required by state regulations.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
- Strong focus and attention to detail to ensure prescription accuracy.
- Ability to pivot between tasks quickly to meet patient needs.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and active listening.
- Mathematical reasoning ability for calculating dosages and supply needs.
- Physical ability to remain mobile, reach overhead, stoop, and lift up to 20 lbs.
- 1+ years of experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite is preferred.
- Ability to travel to other stores in the market is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Burlington, Vermont.
- This is a part-time, on-site role.
- Pay range: $20.00 - $42.00 per hour.
About CVS Health
CVS Health operates as a public company within the hospitals and health care industry. Founded in 1963, the organization provides retail pharmacy, health insurance, and pharmacy benefits management services. It maintains a large workforce of over 140,000 employees. The company is headquartered in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
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