About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Pharmacy Graduate Intern position. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements. This role focuses on providing healthcare services, managing pharmacy operations, and supporting the pharmacy team in a retail environment.
What you'll do#
- Counsel patients on medication usage, side effects, interactions, contraindications, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform pharmacist tasks such as compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Ensure pharmacy operations follow all regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
- Provide clinical and wellness services including immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with performance data analysis, inventory management, and financial oversight.
- Support staff training, coaching, and hiring processes.
- Communicate corporate health and wellness strategies to the pharmacy staff.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university outside the United States.
- Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
- Intern permit or certificate issued by the Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within the district within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Grayling, Michigan.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
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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