About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your pharmacy school education to real-world practice. You will work under the direction of a preceptor to complete a comprehensive training roadmap, gaining experience in store, district, and regional operations. This role focuses on developing your skills in preparation for a future Pharmacist position while supporting the pharmacy team in daily operations.
What you'll do#
- Follow company SOPs at all workstations to assist pharmacists and technicians.
- Perform pharmacy workflow procedures including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off.
- Contribute to positive patient experiences through empathy and genuine care.
- Offer to counsel patients and field medical questions under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Take telephonic prescriptions from prescribers and facilitate medication changes where allowed.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to pharmacy team members.
- Complete basic inventory activities such as putting away deliveries and cycle counts.
- Deliver health care services, including immunizations and point-of-care testing, where permitted by law.
- Support immunization clinics by preparing and administering vaccines after obtaining required certifications.
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.
- Ability to complete all required training within the designated timeframe.
- Availability for regular attendance, including nights and weekends.
- Ability to concentrate on tasks and pivot quickly between different responsibilities.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication and active listening.
- Ability to use math to solve problems, such as calculating dosages and day supplies.
- Skill in identifying challenging interactions and choosing the best course of action.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 20 lbs.
Location & details#
- Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Schedule: Part-time
- Modality: On-site
- Pay: $20.50 - $24.25 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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