About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Duane Reade, you will work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will learn to navigate pharmacy systems, process prescriptions, and support the pharmacy team in delivering patient care. This role focuses on developing your clinical skills while ensuring operations follow state, federal, and company guidelines.
What you'll do#
- Assist pharmacists with entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and helping resolve issues.
- Support patient care services within your state scope of practice, such as medication therapy management or health screenings.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including unpacking shipments and checking for damaged goods.
- Operate the cash register for pharmacy sales and handle non-clinical telephone inquiries.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately and follow quality improvement protocols.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Employment: Part-time, on-site role.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates a network of approximately 8,500 retail pharmacies across the United States and Puerto Rico. Founded in 1901, the company maintains its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. It employs over 100,000 people and provides pharmacy, health, and beauty services to nearly 9 million customers daily. The business integrates physical stores with digital platforms to deliver healthcare services.
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