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Pharmacy Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Raleigh

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, possess valid licensure or in progress, have strong communication skills, and meet physical requirements, including lifting and mobility.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory and workflow, provide customer service, and promote a caring team culture while adhering to regulatory and quality assurance 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 role of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The Pharmacy Intern plays a critical role in the pharmacy team, ensuring a safe and effective retail pharmacy work environment and delivering exceptional care to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What educational requirements are needed to apply for this position?

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

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

Primary responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, maintaining pharmacy professional practice, adhering to regulatory requirements, managing inventory, providing customer service, and facilitating workflow management, excluding final prescription verification.

Are there specific qualifications needed for this role?

Yes, candidates should have 0-3 years of relevant work experience, must possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure, and should have strong communication and presentation skills.

What are some physical requirements for this position?

The role requires mobility and the ability to lift, scan, and bag items, reach overhead, have finger dexterity, maintain visual acuity for close tasks, and communicate orally with colleagues and customers.

Is there a preferred qualification for Pharmacy Interns?

Yes, preferred qualifications include immunization eligibility and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

What is the typical pay range for this role?

The typical pay range for a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health is $18.00 - $42.00.

When does the application window for this position close?

The application window for this opening is anticipated to close on 07/13/2025.

Will applicants with arrest or conviction records be 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.

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

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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.