About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. You will learn pharmacy policies, procedures, and service practices while gaining hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role is designed to help you develop the skills necessary to perform as a future pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Process prescriptions, including entering data, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing medications.
- Engage with customers and patients to resolve issues, answer questions, and offer assistance with products and services.
- Support patient care services such as blood pressure monitoring and medication therapy management.
- Handle non-clinical telephone calls, including those to physician offices.
- Register sales on the cash register and assist customers in locating products.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the pharmacy department by keeping it clean, organized, and adequately stocked with supplies.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete required training and stay current on pharmacy developments and healthcare news.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A flexible schedule that includes availability for evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Alexander City, Alabama.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: This is a paid, full-time position with a rolling term.
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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