About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. This role provides hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while you complete your pharmacy education. You will learn to navigate pharmacy systems, manage inventory, and deliver service to our patients.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Support patient care services, such as medication therapy management and health screenings, within your state scope of practice.
- Handle inventory management tasks, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the pharmacy department to ensure it remains clean, organized, and well-stocked.
- Operate the cash register for pharmacy-related sales.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Handle incoming telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Aliso Viejo, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and education.
- Term: Rolling.
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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