About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will assist the pharmacy team in providing patient care. You will learn to operate within state and federal regulations while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role involves direct interaction with patients and close collaboration with pharmacists to support daily operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the practice of pharmacy under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
- Process prescriptions, including entering data, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues, answer questions, and provide assistance.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the personal attention of a pharmacist.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the cleanliness and order of the pharmacy department.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash transactions.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Assist pharmacists in delivering patient care services, such as medication therapy management.
What you'll need#
- 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: Brookhaven, Georgia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid position.
- 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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