About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Kroger, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to provide care and support to customers. You will help maintain a clean and safe pharmacy environment while ensuring that patients receive accurate medication and guidance. This role focuses on delivering excellent service and supporting the daily operations of the pharmacy department.
What you'll do#
- Accept and interpret oral and written prescriptions for fill or refill.
- Accurately input patient and prescription data into the pharmacy computer system.
- Dispense medication and bag prescriptions for delivery to customers.
- Provide drug counseling and assist customers with over-the-counter medication recommendations.
- Administer immunizations under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
- Contact prescribers and insurance companies to resolve authorization or coverage issues.
- Process third-party insurance information and facilitate customer purchases.
- Maintain pharmacy inventory by checking incoming orders, stocking shelves, and returning unused bottles to stock.
- Keep the department clean and organized.
- Report safety risks, accidents, or incidents to management and the pharmacist on duty.
- Assist diverse populations, including minors, older adults, and individuals with special needs.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a US school of pharmacy.
- A current, state-issued Pharmacy Intern license.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a busy environment.
- Strong communication skills to discuss pharmaceutical products with customers and prescribers.
- Commitment to maintaining honesty, integrity, and safety standards.
- Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
Location & details#
- Location: Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Type: Part-time, on-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Kroger
Kroger operates as a large retail company with a presence across 35 states. The organization manages 2,800 stores alongside 34 manufacturing plants and 44 distribution centers. It serves over 11 million customers daily through in-store shopping and e-commerce options. The company produces its own grocery items under various internal brands.
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