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CVS Health

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Wilkes-Barre

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, have strong communication skills, obtain required licensure, and be able to lift up to 20 lbs. Immunization eligibility preferred.
  • You will ensure patient safety, assist with professional practice, manage inventory and workflow, provide customer service, uphold regulatory standards, and foster a compassionate team 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
  • 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

  • Patient Safety
  • Pharmacy Professional Practice
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Quality Assurance
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Workflow Management excluding final prescription verification
  • 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 are the primary responsibilities of a pharmacy intern at CVS Health?

The primary responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, adhering to pharmacy professional practices and regulatory requirements, providing exceptional customer service, managing inventory, and facilitating workflow management under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

You must be accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy to qualify for this position.

What are the required qualifications for the pharmacy intern role?

Required qualifications include 0-3 years of relevant work experience, possession or progress towards obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure, strong communication skills, and the ability to complete all required training within state guidelines.

Is immunization eligibility preferred for this position?

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

What are the working hours for the pharmacy intern position?

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

What physical abilities are necessary for this job?

Candidates must be able to remain upright for extended periods, lift and carry items up to 20 lbs., have finger dexterity, reach overhead, and have close visual acuity for tasks such as transcribing and reading.

What is the pay range for the pharmacy intern role?

The typical pay range for this role is $18.00 - $30.00.

Will pharmacy interns receive training?

Yes, pharmacy interns are required to complete all necessary training within state guidelines and required timeframes.

What is the company culture like at CVS Health?

CVS Health promotes a culture of continuous improvement, genuine care, empathy, and collaboration, with a focus on changing health care for the better.

Is past work experience a requirement for the pharmacy intern position?

No, 0-3 years of relevant work experience is acceptable, meaning both experienced individuals and newcomers to the field are welcome to apply.

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CVS Health

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

Science & Healthcare
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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.