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Pharmacy Intern

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CVS Health

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Rahway

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, have or pursue intern licensure, possess strong communication skills, and meet physical demands. Immunization eligibility is preferred.
  • You will show empathy to patients and colleagues, collaborate for better outcomes, promote a caring team culture, and align others with your mission in daily interactions.

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
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • 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 is the primary role of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The primary role of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health is to keep customers and patients healthy through adoption and management of patient care programs while supporting the pharmacy team in providing exceptional care.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this Pharmacy Intern position?

Applicants must be accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy and possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required.

What types of tasks will I be responsible for as a Pharmacy Intern?

As a Pharmacy Intern, you will be responsible for patient safety, pharmacy professional practice, regulatory requirements, quality assurance, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management (excluding final prescription verification).

Is previous experience required for this position?

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

What are the expected working hours for this role?

Regular and predictable attendance is required, including nights and weekends.

Are there any preferred qualifications for candidates?

Preferred qualifications include immunization eligibility and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

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.

What should I do if I have a criminal record?

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

What kind of culture can I expect as a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

You can expect a culture of continuous improvement focused on changing health care for the better, where empathy and genuine care for patients and collaboration with colleagues are highly valued.

Is there a deadline for applying for this position?

Yes, the application window for this opening will close on 06/12/2025.

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.