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Pharmacy Intern

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CVS Health

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Cary

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, possess or pursue relevant licensure, have strong communication skills, regular attendance, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • You will ensure patient safety, comply with regulations, manage inventory, provide customer service, support workflow, and foster a caring team culture. Aim for collaboration and better 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
  • 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 qualifications do I need to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

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

Is prior experience required for this role?

No, 0-3 years of relevant work experience is acceptable.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

Primary responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, managing pharmacy operations under supervision, providing customer service, and participating in patient care programs.

What is the pay range for this position?

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

Is immunization eligibility preferred for this role?

Yes, immunization eligibility is preferred, and it is encouraged for pharmacy interns to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.

What type of training will I need to complete?

You will need to complete all required training within state guidelines and within the required timeframe.

Is there a specific attendance requirement for this position?

Yes, you are required to have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.

Are there any physical requirements for this position?

Yes, the role requires mobility, the ability to lift and move items, and the capacity for close visual acuity.

How does CVS Health support the growth of its pharmacy interns?

CVS Health offers a culture of continuous improvement and provides challenging opportunities to learn and grow professionally.

When does the application window for this opening close?

The application window is expected to close on 05/04/2025.

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.