About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team in providing patient care. You will learn pharmacy operations, policy, and service practices while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This position is part-time and operates on a rolling basis.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the practice of pharmacy under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Process prescriptions by entering data, managing third-party billing, filling, and dispensing medications.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Support health services, including patient counseling, blood pressure monitoring, and medication therapy management.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle pharmacy telephone calls that do not require the direct attention of a pharmacist.
- Operate a cash register to process sales and handle cash.
- Maintain the pharmacy department to ensure it is clean, orderly, and well-stocked.
- Report any prescription errors and follow the Quality Improvement Program.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Richmond, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position.
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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