About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your classroom learning to real-world practice. You will work under the direction of a preceptor to complete a comprehensive training roadmap. This role prepares you for future responsibilities as a pharmacist by providing an overview of store, district, and regional operations. You will support the pharmacy team to ensure operations run smoothly and that patients receive their prescriptions safely and accurately.
What you'll do#
- Follow company standard operating procedures and pharmacy workflow protocols at every workstation, including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off.
- Contribute to positive patient experiences by showing empathy, fielding medical questions under supervision, and taking telephonic prescriptions from prescribers.
- Deliver health care services such as immunizations and point-of-care testing, educate patients on vaccine importance, and monitor for adverse reactions.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to pharmacy team members while sharing best practices.
- Complete basic inventory tasks like putting away deliveries, cycle counts, and managing returns.
- Remain flexible with scheduling, including nights and weekends, and travel to other stores in the market as needed.
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.
- At least 1 year of related experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service settings.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations for prescription dispensing, including tablet counts and day supply.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening.
- Ability to pivot between tasks, maintain focus, and ensure label accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and the ability to become immunization certified.
- Physical ability to remain upright for extended periods, lift up to 20 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks like reaching, bending, and typing.
Location & details#
- Location: Rockford, Illinois
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Part-time, rolling term
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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