About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will support the pharmacy team while gaining hands-on experience in a retail setting. You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to assist with patient care, prescription processing, and daily pharmacy operations. This role is designed to help you learn pharmacy policies, procedures, and service standards while you complete your education.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and team in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and manage patient information.
- Engage with customers by greeting them, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Perform tasks such as data entry, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Help pharmacists deliver patient care services, including counseling, blood pressure checks, and medication therapy management.
- Manage cash register transactions and support inventory activities like ordering and stocking.
- Maintain the pharmacy department and report any prescription errors immediately.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require the direct attention of a pharmacist.
- Complete 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.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Rome, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
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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