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Pharmacy Intern - Grad

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CVS Health

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • San Antonio

AI generated summary

  • You must have a PharmD, be obtaining intern/licensure, possess strong communication skills, and meet physical demands. Availability for training and shifts, including nights/weekends, is essential.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory, support workflow, deliver customer service, meet regulatory standards, lead with empathy, and identify business opportunities.

Requirements

  • PharmD graduate of a U.S. accredited program prior to beginning Post-Graduate Training Program at CVS Health
  • 0-3 years prior relevant work experience
  • Must possess or be in process of obtaining a valid Pharmacist intern and/or technician licensure as required by state BOP
  • Strong verbal, non-verbal and written communication 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
  • Obtain required pharmacist licensure within required timeframe per state guidelines
  • Have regular and predictable attendance including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Complete any additional tasks as directed by supervisor or manager
  • Complete all required training and obtain required licensure (if applicable) within state guidelines

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
  • Support your Pharmacy manager in motivating, inspiring, and developing their Pharmacy Support Staff by balancing assignments that maximize colleagues’ strengths, address development opportunities, and decrease knowledge gaps
  • Identify critical business opportunities

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Pharmacy Intern - Grad at CVS Health?

The primary responsibility includes ensuring a safe and effective retail pharmacy work environment and delivering exceptional care to each patient under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This encompasses patient safety, pharmacy professional practice, regulatory requirements, quality assurance, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management.

What are the education requirements for this position?

Candidates must be PharmD graduates of a U.S. accredited program prior to beginning the Post-Graduate Training Program at CVS Health.

What prior work experience is required for this role?

The role requires 0-3 years of prior relevant work experience.

What types of skills are preferred for this internship?

Preferred qualifications include immunization eligibility, 3-5 years of prior relevant work experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

Is this position eligible for patient immunizations?

Yes, once state regulations are met, Grad interns should be striving to provide patient immunizations, which is an essential pharmacist function.

What licensure is required for this position?

Candidates must possess or be in the process of obtaining a valid pharmacist intern and/or technician licensure as required by state Board of Pharmacy (BOP).

What is the pay range for this role?

The typical pay range for this role is $32.50 per hour.

What kind of work environment can interns expect?

Interns will be immersed in a culture of continuous improvement, working in a dynamic community healthcare setting focused on enhancing access, lowering costs, and improving quality of care.

Are there any specific physical requirements for this role?

Yes, candidates must be able to remain mobile and upright for extended periods, lift and move items, and have visual acuity for tasks such as transcribing and reading.

When does the application window for this position close?

The application window is anticipated to close on 05/01/2025.

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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.