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CVS Health

26d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • East Hartford

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program, have strong communication skills, meet physical demands, and obtain licensure. Preferred: immunization eligibility and Microsoft Office proficiency.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory, provide customer service, support workflow, and uphold quality assurance while fostering a compassionate team culture for optimal health 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 main responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

As a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health, you will be responsible for ensuring patient safety, adhering to pharmacy professional practices, complying with regulatory requirements, maintaining quality assurance, providing customer service, and assisting with inventory and workflow management under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What are the required qualifications for this position?

You 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 strong communication and presentation skills. Additionally, you should be able to complete all required training within state guidelines.

Is prior work experience necessary for applying to this internship?

No, prior work experience is not required; however, having 0-3 years of relevant work experience is preferred.

What is the pay range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

The typical pay range for the Pharmacy Intern role is $18.00 per hour.

What skills are preferred for applicants to this position?

Preferred qualifications include immunization eligibility, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), and a willingness to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.

Will I be required to work nights and weekends?

Yes, regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, is a requirement for this position.

Is there an application deadline for this internship?

Yes, the application window for this opening will close on 05/25/2025.

What is the primary goal of the Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The primary goal is to contribute to improving health care by providing exceptional care to patients and helping to manage patient care programs, all while aligning with the company's purpose of enhancing access, lowering costs, and improving the quality of care.

Are candidates with a criminal record considered for employment?

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

Will training be provided for new interns?

Yes, all pharmacists interns are required to complete necessary training and obtain required licensure within state guidelines as part of their role.

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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.