About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team. This role focuses on gaining practical experience in pharmacy systems, operations, and customer service while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily operations.
- Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient information and process prescriptions.
- Enter, fill, and dispense prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Engage with customers to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide assistance.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's direct attention.
- Support inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle cash.
- Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy environment.
- Complete special assignments as directed.
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#
- Location: Hamilton, New Jersey.
- This is an on-site, paid, full-time position 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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