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CVS Health

16d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • West Boylston

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, have relevant experience, and obtain intern licensure. Strong communication skills and regular attendance are essential.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory and workflow, provide quality customer service, and promote a compassionate team culture while adhering to pharmacy 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
  • 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, managing pharmacy professional practice, adhering to regulatory requirements, maintaining quality assurance, delivering customer service, handling inventory management, and overseeing workflow management (excluding final prescription verification).

Is this position suitable for students currently enrolled in pharmacy school?

Yes, this position is specifically for individuals who are accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.

Are there any specific qualifications needed to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Yes, applicants must have 0-3 years of relevant work experience, possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required, and have strong communication and presentation skills.

What skills are necessary for a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

Required skills include effective communication, the ability to manage tasks efficiently, customer service aptitude, and the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, scanning, and maintaining dexterity.

Is prior experience in pharmacy required for applicants?

No, 0-3 years of relevant work experience is acceptable, meaning prior experience is not necessary but can be beneficial.

What is the pay range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

The typical pay range for this role is between $18.50 and $30.00 per hour.

Is immunization eligibility preferred for the Pharmacy Intern role?

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

Will the Pharmacy Intern be required to complete training?

Yes, the Pharmacy Intern must complete all required training within state guidelines and the necessary timeframe.

Does this internship require physical activity?

Yes, the role requires being mobile, remaining upright for extended periods, and performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 20 lbs.

What opportunities for growth are available in this internship?

Interns will be immersed in a culture of continuous improvement and have the chance to learn and grow professionally while contributing to the goal of changing health care for the better.

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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.