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Pharmacy Intern

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CVS Health

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Huntersville

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, work flexible hours, have communication skills, lift up to 20 lbs, complete training, and pursue required licensure.
  • You will ensure patient safety, support pharmacy practices, manage inventory and workflow, provide quality customer service, and foster a caring team culture while adhering to regulations.

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

  • 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 is the role of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The Pharmacy Intern plays a critical role in ensuring a safe and effective Retail Pharmacy work environment, delivering care to patients, and supporting the pharmacy team under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

The primary responsibilities include patient safety, pharmacy professional practice, regulatory requirements, quality assurance, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management, excluding final prescription verification.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Candidates must be accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy, have 0-3 years of relevant work experience, and be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required.

Are there any preferred qualifications for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Yes, preferred qualifications include immunization eligibility, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and a willingness to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.

What skills are essential for a Pharmacy Intern?

Strong communication and presentation skills are essential, as well as the ability to perform various physical tasks, maintain regular attendance, and complete all required training within state guidelines.

What is the typical pay range for a Pharmacy Intern?

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

Is there a specific timeline for application submission for this job?

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

Will CVS Health consider applicants with arrest or conviction records?

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

What kind of opportunities for growth does this internship offer?

The internship offers challenging opportunities to learn and grow professionally within a culture of continuous improvement aimed at changing health care for the better.

Are Pharmacy Interns required to work nights and weekends?

Yes, candidates must be able to have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

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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.