About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will provide pharmacy consulting services to customers, focusing on medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare. You will support the pharmacy team by ensuring the accurate compounding, dispensation, and verification of prescriptions while adhering to regulatory guidelines and company policies. This role involves balancing operational tasks with direct patient care to create a positive experience for every customer.
What you'll do#
- Counsel patients on medicine usage, side effects, interactions, and over-the-counter products.
- Perform pharmacist tasks including drug therapy reviews, compounding, and medication management.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management, pharmacy financials, and workflow optimization.
- Greet customers, resolve issues, and model customer service best practices for the team.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or suggest alternatives.
- Provide clinical services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness education.
- Ensure pharmacy compliance with state and federal controlled-substance laws and Good Faith Dispensing policies.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy technology systems like Intercom Plus and StoreNET.
- Coach staff, assist with training, and promote teamwork to meet performance goals.
What you'll need#
- Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution before your start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Current status as a Certified Immunizer or the willingness to become one within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Champaign, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour, based on experience and geography.
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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