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Pharmacy Intern - Grad

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CVS Health

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Nicholasville

AI generated summary

  • You must be a PharmD graduate, able to obtain pharmacist licensure, possess intern/technician licensure, have 1+ years of relevant experience, communicate well, and be proficient in Microsoft Suite.
  • You will assist in prescription fulfillment, interact with patients, provide clinical support, manage inventory, and comply with regulations while delivering health services like immunizations.

Requirements

  • PharmD graduate of a U.S. accredited program prior to beginning the Post-Graduate Training Program at CVS Health
  • Ability to obtain required pharmacist licensure within the required timeframe, per state guidelines. Failure to obtain required Pharmacist licensure within 120 days of graduation will result in separation of employment.
  • Must possess, or be in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure as required
  • Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
  • Ability to complete required training within designated timeframe
  • Attention and Focus:
  • Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time
  • Ability to pivot quickly from one task to another to meet patient and business needs
  • Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy, ensuring patient safety
  • Customer Service and Team Orientation:
  • Actively look for ways to help people, and do so in a friendly manner
  • Notice and understand patients’ reactions, and respond appropriately
  • Communication Skills:
  • Use and understand verbal and written communication to interact with patients and colleagues
  • Utilize active listening by giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
  • Mathematical Reasoning:
  • Ability to use math to solve a problem, such as determining the total number of tablets to dispense, day’s supply, and/or number of full bottles and additional bottles needed to fill a prescription
  • Problem Resolution:
  • Identifying challenging patient or colleague interactions and choosing the best course of action when faced multiple options
  • Physical Demands:
  • Be mobile and remain upright for extended periods of time
  • Lift, scan, and bag items
  • Reach overhead; stretch or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs to grasp items
  • Move fingers repetitively; picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm
  • Extend hand(s) and arm(s) multiple directions to place, move, or lift items
  • Control precision; quickly adjust machines to exact positions
  • Stoop to a considerable degree, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles to move items between low and high positions, including bending spine at the waist
  • Close visual acuity to perform activities such as: transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts
  • Occasionally lift of up to 20 lbs and/or exert up to 20 lbs. of force; Frequently lift of up to 10 lbs and/or exert up to 10 lbs. of force; Consistently lift and/or exert a negligible amount of force to move objects.
  • Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed accurately
  • Have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
  • Any additional tasks as directed by Supervisor or Manager
  • 1+ years of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
  • Ability to become immunization certified: Once state regulations are met, pharmacy interns should be striving to provide patient immunizations as this is an essential pharmacist function
  • Ability to work in home store, and across the market in other locations, to meet business needs
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Responsibilities

  • Living our purpose by following all company SOPs at each workstation to help our Pharmacists and Technicians manage and improve patient health
  • Following pharmacy workflow procedures at each pharmacy workstation (i.e., production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off) for safe and accurate prescription fulfillment
  • Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care: creating heartfelt and personalized moments while serving patients at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone; keeping patients healthy by offering immunizations and other services at the register and over the phone; and demonstrating compassionate care by solving or escalating patient problems
  • Offering to counsel, fielding medical questions, and soliciting information on a patient’s medical history to provide optimal care, when appropriate under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist
  • Taking telephonic prescriptions from the prescriber, and calling the prescriber to clarify prescriptions or facilitate medication changes, where allowed by state regulation
  • Maintaining the highest level of self-awareness and providing in-the-moment coaching, training, and mentoring to pharmacy team members while sharing best practices
  • Completing basic inventory activities, as permitted by law, and as directed by the pharmacy leadership team, such as accurately putting away medication deliveries and completing cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, waiting bin inventories, etc.
  • Contributing to a high-performing team, embracing a growth mindset, and being receptive to feedback; actively seeking opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge needed to better assist patients
  • Remaining flexible for both scheduling and business needs, while contributing to a safe, inclusive, and engaging team dynamic; voluntarily traveling to stores in the market to work shifts as needed by the business
  • Understanding and complying with all relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles. Complying with CVS policies and procedures to ensure patient safety, compliance with controlled substance dispensing and recordkeeping, and to protect patient privacy and security
  • Delivering additional patient health care services (e.g., immunizations, point-of-care testing, and voluntarily staffing offsite clinics), where allowable by law and supported by required training and certification
  • Completing additional licensure and training requirements, in compliance with state Board of Pharmacy regulations, to obtain Technician Immunizer status to support preparing and administering vaccines
  • Educating patients about vaccines and answering questions to obtain informed consent
  • Monitoring for, and responding to, adverse reactions; reporting adverse reaction events per public health requirements
  • Reviewing and collecting patient information; tracking and documenting for each applicable patient

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Graduate Pharmacy Intern position?

The main focus is to support pharmacy teams in delivering quality care while applying education and gaining hands-on experience to prepare for a Pharmacist role.

What are the eligibility requirements for the Graduate Pharmacy Intern position?

Candidates must be PharmD graduates of a U.S. accredited program and must be able to obtain required pharmacist licensure within a specified timeframe.

Will I receive training during this internship?

Yes, you will complete a comprehensive training roadmap within 120 days of graduation to enhance your knowledge of pharmacy operations and patient safety.

What are the essential functions of this role?

Essential functions include regular attendance, attention to detail, customer service skills, communication skills, mathematical reasoning, and the ability to resolve problems effectively.

Is prior experience in pharmacy required for this role?

While not required, it is preferred to have 1+ years of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or a customer service setting.

Can I assist with immunizations as a Graduate Pharmacy Intern?

Yes, the intern may support immunizations, which includes completing additional licensure and training requirements, subject to state regulations.

What physical demands are expected for this position?

The role requires being mobile for extended periods, lifting items, and using visual acuity for various tasks.

What is the typical pay range for this position?

The typical pay range for this role is $19.75 - $28.50.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, interns must remain flexible for scheduling and may travel to other stores in the market as needed by the business.

What is the duration of the application period for this job?

The application window is anticipated to close on 09/01/2025.

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CVS Health

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

Science & Healthcare
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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.

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