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CVS Health

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Philadelphia

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program, hold valid intern/technician licensure, have strong communication skills, and complete training while fulfilling physical demands.
  • You will show empathy, collaborate for better outcomes, unite your team around a shared purpose, and foster a caring, energetic, and enthusiastic workplace culture.

Requirements

  • Accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy
  • 0-3 years relevant work experience
  • Must possess or be in process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Complete all required training within state guidelines and required timeframe
  • Ability to:
  • Have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
  • Be mobile and remain upright for extended periods of time
  • Lift, scan, and bag items
  • Finger Dexterity: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm
  • Reach overhead; able to stretch or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs to grasp items
  • Extend hand(s) and arm(s) multiple directions to place, move, or lift items
  • Precision control: able to adjust machines to exact positions
  • Stoop to a considerable degree and requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles to move items between low and high positions, including bending spine at the waist
  • Visual Acuity: Close visual acuity to perform activities such as: transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts
  • Able to orally communicate information and instructions to colleagues and customers
  • Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs; exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
  • Ability To:
  • Have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
  • Complete any additional tasks as directed by supervisor or manager
  • Complete all required training and obtain required licensure (if applicable) within state guidelines
  • Immunization eligibility
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Once state regulations are met, pharmacy interns should be striving to provide patient immunizations as this is an essential pharmacist function

Responsibilities

  • Lead with Heart – display empathy and compassion for your patients, customers, caregivers, and colleagues on your team
  • Seek new ways to grow, collaborate with others, and deliver better outcomes
  • Align others around our purpose to bring your heart to every moment of your health and gain support and commitment
  • Facilitate a team culture that promotes caring, energy, enthusiasm, and pride

FAQs

What kind of educational background is required for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Applicants must be accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

Pharmacy Interns are responsible for ensuring patient safety, engaging in pharmacy professional practice, adhering to regulatory requirements, conducting quality assurance, providing customer service, managing inventory, and supporting workflow management under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Is prior work experience required for this position?

No prior work experience is required; however, 0-3 years of relevant work experience is preferred.

What are the working hour requirements for the Pharmacy Intern?

Interns must have regular and predictable attendance, which may include working nights and weekends.

What physical requirements are there for this job?

The role requires being mobile and remaining upright for extended periods, lifting and scanning items, and having dexterity for tasks such as typing and picking. Interns must also be able to lift items up to 20 lbs and have close visual acuity for detailed tasks.

Are immunization certifications beneficial for Pharmacy Interns?

Yes, immunization eligibility is preferred, and pharmacy interns should strive to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.

What software proficiency is preferred for this role?

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) is preferred for this position.

What is the pay range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

The typical pay range for this role is between $18.00 and $30.00 per hour.

Is there an application deadline for this position?

Yes, the anticipated application window for this opening will close on 06/13/2025.

Will applicants with arrest or conviction records be considered for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Yes, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.

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CVS Health

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1963
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

CVS Health is a healthcare innovation company that operates retail pharmacies, manages pharmacy benefits, and provides health services through its MinuteClinic and HealthHUB locations. Their ultimate aim is to improve the quality of life for communities by making healthcare more accessible and affordable. CVS Health focuses on driving healthier outcomes and reducing healthcare costs, using its comprehensive range of services and products to support individuals on their health journey.