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 assist the pharmacy team in accordance with state and federal regulations while learning to manage pharmacy systems and deliver customer service. This role is designed to help you build the skills and knowledge required to practice as a pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Assist with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care services, such as blood pressure checks and medication therapy management.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, unpacking, and checking shipments.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require personal pharmacist attention.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly pharmacy department.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash transactions.
- Report prescription errors and follow the Quality Improvement Program.
- Complete required training and stay current on pharmacy developments.
What you'll need#
- 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#
- This position is located in Lafayette, Louisiana.
- The work modality for this role is on-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship 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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