About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This is a full-time, on-site position where you will learn to navigate pharmacy systems, support patient care, and assist in daily operations while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacy team with entering, processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Engage with patients by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Support pharmacists in delivering patient care, including medication therapy management and counseling.
- Handle inventory management tasks such as ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Register sales at the cash register and manage cash transactions.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow all quality improvement and Good Faith Dispensing policies.
- 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#
- Location: Manlius, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
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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