About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work on-site in a retail pharmacy setting. This position is full-time and operates on a rolling basis. You will support the pharmacy team in daily operations, patient care, and administrative tasks to ensure the pharmacy runs efficiently.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers, including medication usage, side effects, and preventive healthcare.
- Handle the compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, financial analysis, and pharmacy workflow.
- Engage with patients to address questions and resolve issues.
- Perform clinical and wellness services, such as immunizations.
- Process insurance claims and maintain accurate records.
- Build and maintain relationships with local medical providers and the community.
- Help with staff training and the hiring process.
- Use pharmacy systems like Intercom Plus to manage daily tasks.
- Stay current on healthcare trends and pharmacy regulations.
What you'll need#
- A commitment to obtaining a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree.
- Ability to secure pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or the willingness to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Brooklyn, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, 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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