About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your pharmacy-school learning to real-world practice. You will work under the direction of a preceptor to complete a training roadmap that covers pharmacy operations and patient care. This role is designed to help you gain the skills and experience needed for a future Pharmacist position.
What you'll do#
- Complete a comprehensive training roadmap, including Key Learning Experiences and time with district leaders.
- Assist the pharmacy team with daily operations, including filling prescriptions safely and accurately.
- Follow company SOPs and pharmacy workflow procedures at production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off stations.
- Create personalized patient experiences and provide caring service.
- Offer immunizations and point-of-care testing where allowed by law and supported by training.
- Counsel patients, field medical questions, and solicit medical history under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Take telephonic prescriptions and call prescribers to clarify orders or facilitate medication changes.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to team members.
- Perform inventory tasks such as cycle counts, returns, and putting away deliveries.
- Educate patients about vaccines and monitor for adverse reactions.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an ACPE-accredited college or school of pharmacy.
- Valid intern or technician licensure, or be in the process of obtaining it.
- Regular attendance, including nights and weekends.
- Ability to concentrate on tasks, pivot between duties, and maintain attention to detail.
- Strong communication and active listening skills.
- Proficiency in math for tasks such as calculating days' supply and tablet quantities.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks like lifting up to 20 lbs, reaching, and repetitive finger movement.
- Preferred: 1+ years of experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service.
- Preferred: Ability to become immunization certified and work at multiple locations within the market.
- Preferred: Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
Location & details#
- Location: Lynden, Washington.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Compensation: $23.00 - $28.00 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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