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CVS Health

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Orange

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, possess valid licensure, have strong communication skills, and be able to lift and move items, including handling immunizations.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory and workflow, uphold regulatory standards, provide excellent customer service, and foster a caring team culture while supporting colleagues and patients.

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 educational qualifications are required for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Candidates 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 at CVS Health?

Pharmacy Interns are responsible for ensuring a safe and effective retail pharmacy work environment, focusing on patient safety, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management, among other tasks.

Is prior experience required for this role?

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

What kind of skills are emphasized for this role?

Strong communication and presentation skills are required, along with the ability to work collaboratively and display empathy and compassion towards patients and colleagues.

Are there any physical requirements for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Yes, candidates should be able to remain upright for extended periods, lift and carry up to 20 lbs, perform tasks requiring finger dexterity, and have close visual acuity.

What is the pay range for the Pharmacy Intern role?

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

When does the application window for this position close?

The application window for this opening will close on 05/17/2025.

Are interns expected to complete any specific training?

Yes, interns must complete all required training and obtain the required licensure within state guidelines.

Is immunization eligibility preferred for this role?

Yes, immunization eligibility is preferred, and pharmacy interns should strive to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.

Can interns expect to work nights and weekends?

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

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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.