About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to support the daily operations of our retail pharmacy. You will gain professional experience while helping to ensure a safe and effective environment for patients. This role involves active participation in patient care programs and requires a commitment to providing quality service.
What you'll do#
- Support pharmacy operations including patient safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, inventory management, and workflow management, excluding final prescription verification.
- Adopt and manage patient care programs to help keep patients healthy.
- Display empathy and compassion for patients, caregivers, and colleagues.
- Collaborate with your team to deliver better outcomes and foster a culture of energy and pride.
- Strive to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.
- Complete additional tasks as directed by your supervisor.
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.
- 0 to 3 years of relevant work experience.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work a schedule that includes nights and weekends.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
- Ability to remain mobile and upright for extended periods, lift up to 20 lbs, and perform tasks requiring finger dexterity and precision control.
- Close visual acuity for reading, typing, and inspecting small parts.
Location & details#
- Location: Cedar Grove, New Jersey.
- This is a part-time, on-site position.
- This role is paid.
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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