About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily pharmacy operations. You will learn to navigate pharmacy systems, manage inventory, and provide patient care while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and retrieve patient or drug information.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Perform duties related to entering, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient services, including counseling and health screenings.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the direct attention of a pharmacist.
- Manage inventory, including ordering and unpacking pharmaceutical shipments.
- Process sales on the cash register and handle cash transactions.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
What you'll need#
- Current 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#
- This position is located in The Woodlands, Texas.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- 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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