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CVS Health

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Henderson

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, hold or pursue intern/technician licensure, and possess strong communication skills. Availability for nights/weekends is required.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory and workflow, support regulatory compliance, deliver quality customer service, and foster a caring team culture while collaborating for better outcomes.

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, adhering to pharmacy professional practice and regulatory requirements, managing inventory, providing customer service, and facilitating workflow management under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

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, possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure, and have 0-3 years of relevant work experience.

Is immunization eligibility a requirement for the Pharmacy Intern role?

While it is not a strict requirement, immunization eligibility is preferred, and pharmacy interns should strive to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.

What are the working hours for a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

Pharmacy Interns are expected to have regular and predictable attendance, including the possibility of working nights and weekends.

What skills are important for a Pharmacy Intern to possess?

Strong communication and presentation skills are essential, along with the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, reaching, and using fine motor skills.

What is the pay range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

The typical pay range for the role is between $18.50 and $30.00.

Will training be provided during the internship?

Yes, interns are required to complete all necessary training within state guidelines and the required timeframe.

What does the culture at CVS Health look like for a Pharmacy Intern?

The culture emphasizes empathy, collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to delivering better health outcomes for patients and the community.

What are the expected physical demands of the Pharmacy Intern role?

The role requires the ability to remain upright for extended periods, perform manual tasks with dexterity, lift and move objects, and maintain visual acuity for various activities.

How long is the application window for this Pharmacy Intern position?

The application window for this opening is anticipated to close on 06/06/2025.

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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.