About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the pharmacy team while gaining hands-on experience in a retail setting. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to provide patient care and learn the operational standards of the pharmacy. This role involves direct customer interaction, prescription processing, and maintaining pharmacy standards in accordance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily operations.
- Use pharmacy systems to access patient records and drug information.
- Enter, process, fill, and dispense prescriptions.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Help deliver patient care services within the state scope of practice.
- Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty.
- Handle telephone inquiries and assist with inventory management, including unpacking and storing shipments.
- Register sales at the cash register and maintain a clean, organized pharmacy department.
- Adhere to the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct and Good Faith Dispensing policy.
- Complete ongoing training to stay current on healthcare and pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: East Brunswick, New Jersey.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, based on experience and other relevant factors.
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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