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CVS Health

Mar 17

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • King of Prussia

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?

The primary responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, adhering to pharmacy professional practice standards, complying with regulatory requirements, maintaining quality assurance, providing customer service, managing inventory, and workflow management (excluding final prescription verification).

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

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

Is previous experience required for this position?

No previous work experience is required, but 0-3 years of relevant work experience is preferred.

What skills are necessary for this role?

Strong communication and presentation skills are necessary, along with the ability to engage in physical tasks such as lifting, reaching, and visual acuity to perform job functions.

Are there specific licenses I need to obtain?

Yes, pharmacy interns must complete all required training and obtain the necessary licensure as mandated by state guidelines.

Is immunization eligibility preferred for this role?

Yes, immunization eligibility is preferred, and once state regulations are met, pharmacy interns should strive to provide patient immunizations, as it is an essential pharmacist function.

What is the typical pay range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

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

Will I have predictable attendance requirements for this position?

Yes, the job requires regular and predictable attendance, including the possibility of working nights and weekends.

What is the company culture like at CVS Health?

CVS Health promotes a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, empathy, and care for patients, customers, and colleagues.

By when will the application window for this opening close?

The application window for this opening will close on June 13, 2025.

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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.