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 procedures, federal and state regulations, and customer service best practices. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting while completing your pharmacy education.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and process prescriptions.
- Engage with patients by answering questions, resolving issues, and providing assistance.
- Help deliver patient care services within your state scope of practice, such as medication therapy management.
- Handle pharmacy transactions at the cash register.
- Manage telephone inquiries that do not require a pharmacist.
- Support inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy department.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
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, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Stoughton, Massachusetts.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
- Terms: This is a paid, rolling internship.
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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