About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and the pharmacy team. You will follow state and federal regulations while using pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and manage patient information. This role focuses on building your skills in pharmacy operations, customer service, and clinical practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Greet customers, answer questions, and help them locate products in the store.
- Enter, process, fill, and dispense prescriptions following standard operating procedures.
- Assist pharmacists in delivering patient care services, including patient counseling and health services, within your state scope of practice.
- Handle pharmacy inventory tasks such as ordering, unpacking, and storing shipments.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash transactions.
- Manage telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy department.
- Report prescription errors immediately and follow quality improvement policies.
- Complete required training and stay updated on pharmacy news and developments.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
- The role is part-time and on-site.
- 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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