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CVS Health

19d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • St. Louis

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program, have relevant experience, obtain licensure, possess strong communication skills, and complete training. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage workflow and inventory, maintain quality assurance, provide customer service, and support patient care programs while fostering a caring team culture.

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • A key component of the pharmacy intern role is keeping your customers and patients healthy through adoption and management of patient care programs. Additionally, you will:
  • 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 practice and regulatory requirements, quality assurance, providing customer service, managing inventory, and workflow management (excluding final prescription verification).

What qualifications are required for the Pharmacy Intern position?

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

Is prior experience in a pharmacy required for this position?

No, 0-3 years of relevant work experience is acceptable, meaning prior experience is not strictly required.

What is the pay range for the Pharmacy Intern role?

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

Are there specific skills required for this position?

Yes, strong communication and presentation skills are required, along with the ability to perform specific physical tasks related to the role, such as lifting, scanning, and having close visual acuity.

Can I work regular hours or are evenings and weekends required?

Regular and predictable attendance is required, including the ability to work nights and weekends.

What opportunities for growth can I expect as a Pharmacy Intern?

The role offers challenging opportunities for learning and professional growth, allowing you to collaborate, seek new ways to improve patient care, and be part of a supportive team culture.

Are immunization services part of the responsibilities for Pharmacy Interns?

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

Is proficiency in Microsoft Office required for this position?

While not mandatory, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) is preferred.

What is the application deadline for this position?

The application window for this opening will close on 05/21/2025.

Does CVS Health consider applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment?

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

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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.