About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern Grad, you will support pharmacy operations and provide essential healthcare services to our customers. This role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care while assisting the pharmacy management team with daily workflows, inventory, and financial performance. You will work on-site in a retail pharmacy setting.
What you'll do#
- Provide pharmacy consulting services, including medication counseling, drug interaction reviews, and preventive healthcare services like immunizations.
- Perform core pharmacist tasks such as compounding, verifying prescriptions, and managing drug therapy.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with workflow efficiency, staff coaching, and monitoring key performance indicators.
- Engage directly with patients to resolve issues, answer questions, and promote wellness services like diabetes awareness and flu shots.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, state regulations, and controlled-substance laws.
- Process insurance claims and coordinate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions or suggest alternatives.
- Support the pharmacy team by participating in training, maintaining knowledge of pharmacy systems, and fostering a collaborative environment.
What you'll need#
- A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited institution prior to your start date.
- Ability to obtain pharmacist licensure from the state Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire.
- Status as a Certified Immunizer or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Staten Island, New York.
- The position is part-time and operates on an on-site basis.
- This is a paid position with a salary range of $33.50 to $45.30 per hour, depending on experience and other factors.
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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