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CVS Health

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Los Angeles

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, possess relevant licensure, have strong communication skills, and complete required training while being able to lift and move items.
  • You will display empathy, collaborate with colleagues, support patient care, and foster a positive team culture to enhance health outcomes and engagement.

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 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, managing quality assurance, providing excellent customer service, overseeing 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 and possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required.

Is previous work experience necessary for this role?

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

What is the pay range for this position?

The typical pay range for the Pharmacy Intern role is $20.10 - $28.10.

Are Pharmacy Interns required to work on weekends or nights?

Yes, regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, is a requirement for this position.

What additional tasks might a Pharmacy Intern be expected to complete?

Pharmacy Interns may be required to complete any additional tasks as directed by their supervisor or manager.

Are there opportunities for growth and development in this internship?

Yes, the program offers challenging opportunities for learning and professional growth, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Is immunization eligibility preferred for this position?

Yes, immunization eligibility is preferred for Pharmacy Interns, and they should strive to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.

What kind of communication skills are required for this role?

Strong communication and presentation skills are required to effectively interact with patients, customers, colleagues, and caregivers.

Are there any physical requirements for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Yes, candidates must have the ability to remain mobile, lift and bag items, perform actions requiring finger dexterity, stoop and reach, and maintain close visual acuity for various tasks.

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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.