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CVS Health

12d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • San Francisco

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, have strong communication skills, valid intern/technician license, and be able to lift up to 20 lbs, complete training, and apply immunizations.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory, provide customer service, comply with regulations, promote team culture, and support workflow while displaying empathy and collaboration.

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
  • 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, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management excluding final prescription verification while working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What level of education is required for this position?

Candidates must be accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy.

Is prior experience required for this role?

No prior experience is mandatory; 0-3 years of relevant work experience is acceptable.

What qualifications do I need to have for licensure?

You must either possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required by the state.

Are there any preferred qualifications for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Preferred qualifications include immunization eligibility and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

What is the expected pay range for this position?

The typical pay range for this role is $16.00 per hour.

What are the physical requirements for the Pharmacy Intern role?

Candidates must be able to remain upright for extended periods, lift and move items, possess finger dexterity, reach overhead, and have close visual acuity for tasks such as transcribing and reading.

Will the Pharmacy Intern role include customer interaction?

Yes, the role involves direct interaction with customers, providing support in their health care needs and medication management.

Are nights and weekends required for this position?

Yes, regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, is required.

What is CVS Health’s approach to health care?

CVS Health is committed to increasing access, lowering costs, and improving quality of care, with a focus on helping individuals on their path to better health.

How long will the application window remain open for this position?

The application window is expected to close on 12/27/2024.

Will candidates with criminal records be considered for employment?

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

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.