About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will apply your pharmacy school education to real-world practice. Under the direction of a preceptor, you will complete a training roadmap focused on Key Learning Experiences to prepare for future responsibilities as a pharmacist. You will gain exposure to store, district, and regional operations while supporting the pharmacy team in delivering safe and accurate patient care.
What you'll do#
- Complete a comprehensive training roadmap and assist the pharmacy team with daily operations.
- Ensure prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately.
- Operate pharmacy workstations including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off.
- Contribute to positive patient experiences with empathy and care.
- Offer to counsel and field medical questions under pharmacist supervision.
- Take telephonic prescriptions from prescribers.
- Provide in-the-moment coaching and mentoring to pharmacy team members.
- Complete basic inventory activities such as cycle counts and medication deliveries.
- Deliver patient health care services like immunizations and point-of-care testing.
- 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 as required by the state.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
- Strong attention to detail, mathematical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain mobile and upright for extended periods.
- Capacity to lift up to 20 lbs and perform reaching, stooping, and bending.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
- Preferred: 1+ years of experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service.
- Preferred: Ability to become immunization certified and work across multiple locations in the market.
- Preferred: Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
Location & details#
- Location: Dothan, Alabama.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: $20.00 - $23.75 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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