About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the daily operations of the pharmacy while gaining practical experience in a retail setting. You will work under the guidance of the Pharmacy Manager to provide clinical services, manage inventory, and assist with staff development. This role focuses on delivering quality patient care and ensuring the pharmacy functions according to company policies and regulatory standards.
What you'll do#
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and offering assistance with products and services.
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including counseling patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
- Perform core pharmacist tasks such as compounding, drug therapy reviews, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Administer immunizations and flu shots while providing wellness and clinical services.
- Assist the Pharmacy Manager with inventory management, pharmacy financials, and staff training.
- Maintain proficiency in pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus and StoreNET to support both staff and customers.
- Ensure the pharmacy remains compliant with all state and federal regulations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a program to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of your start date.
- Current certification as an immunizer, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Salisbury, North Carolina.
- The role is part-time and on-site.
- 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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