About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain practical experience in a retail pharmacy setting. You will learn to assist the pharmacy team, engage with patients, and follow state and federal regulations to support patient care.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient and drug information.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and resolve issues to provide a positive experience.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care services, such as medication therapy management and health screenings.
- Handle phone calls and support inventory management tasks, including unpacking and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness and stock levels.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash transactions.
- Complete all 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.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This position is located in San Antonio, Texas.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid 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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