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CVS Health

19d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Austin

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE accredited pharmacy program, obtain intern licensure, and have strong communication skills. Lift up to 20 lbs, complete training, and work nights/weekends.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory, assist with workflow, provide customer service, and foster a caring team culture while adhering to regulatory and quality standards.

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 is the primary responsibility of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The primary responsibility of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health is to keep customers and patients healthy through the adoption and management of patient care programs, while ensuring a safe and effective retail pharmacy work environment under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What are the educational requirements to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

To apply for the Pharmacy Intern position, you must be accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.

Are there any specific licensure requirements for this role?

Yes, you must possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required in your state.

What types of tasks will I be responsible for as a Pharmacy Intern?

As a Pharmacy Intern, you will be responsible for patient safety, regulatory requirements, quality assurance, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management (excluding final prescription verification).

Is prior work experience required for this position?

No, prior work experience is not required; candidates with 0-3 years of relevant work experience are welcome to apply.

What skills are necessary for a successful Pharmacy Intern?

Strong communication and presentation skills are necessary, along with the ability to collaborate, display empathy, manage multiple tasks, and complete all required training within state guidelines.

Is the Pharmacy Intern position eligible for immunization training?

Yes, once state regulations are met, pharmacy interns are encouraged to strive to provide patient immunizations, which is an essential pharmacist function.

What is the typical pay range for a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The typical pay range for a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health is between $18.00 and $30.00 per hour.

Is weekend availability required for this position?

Yes, the position requires regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.

What tools or software should a Pharmacy Intern be proficient in?

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is preferred for the Pharmacy Intern position.

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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.