About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the pharmacy team while gaining hands-on experience in a retail setting. This role focuses on learning pharmacy operations, patient care, and customer service standards under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. You will work in accordance with state and federal regulations to help deliver health services and maintain pharmacy standards.
What you'll do#
- Assist pharmacists and team members with daily operations and patient care.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and retrieve patient or drug information.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and provide assistance to ensure a positive experience.
- Handle cash register transactions and manage sales.
- Support inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and organizing pharmaceutical stock.
- Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy environment.
- Report any prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Handle incoming telephone calls that do not require pharmacist intervention.
- Complete required training and stay updated on healthcare and pharmacy developments.
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: Brandon, Mississippi.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
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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