About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and the pharmacy team. You will use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and obtain patient information while following state and federal regulations. This role focuses on developing your skills as a future pharmacist through hands-on experience and professional training.
What you'll do#
- Engage with patients by answering questions, resolving issues, and building relationships.
- Assist the pharmacist in daily operations, including entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Support patient care services, such as medication therapy management and health screenings, within your state scope of practice.
- Manage pharmacy inventory by ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage telephone inquiries.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training and follow company policies, including the Good Faith Dispensing policy.
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, which includes evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Springfield, Oregon.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship 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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