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 focuses on learning pharmacy systems, procedures, and customer service standards to prepare for a career as a pharmacist. You will assist the team in accordance with state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Process prescriptions by using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information.
- Assist in the practice of pharmacy, including entering, filling, and dispensing medications.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care services, such as medication therapy management.
- Manage inventory by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the direct attention of a pharmacist.
- Operate the cash register for sales and maintain a clean, organized pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Complete all required training to maintain current knowledge of pharmacy practices.
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: Hickory, North Carolina.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
- The role operates on-site.
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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