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 gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while learning to follow state, federal, and company regulations. This role focuses on building your professional skills through direct interaction with patients, pharmacy systems, and the broader healthcare team.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions according to standard operating procedures.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and helping them locate products.
- Support patient care services, such as health screenings and medication therapy management, within your scope of practice.
- Handle pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Manage administrative tasks like answering non-clinical phone calls and processing sales at the register.
- Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy department while following all safety and asset protection policies.
- Complete required training and stay updated on healthcare and pharmacy developments.
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 on-site in Middleton, Wisconsin.
- The role is part-time and follows a rolling application schedule.
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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