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CVS Health

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
  • Lexington

AI generated summary

  • You must be a PharmD graduate, obtain intern licensure, have strong communication skills, and complete training. Availability for nights/weekends and ability to lift up to 20 lbs is needed.
  • You will ensure patient safety, manage inventory and workflow, support your team, provide customer service, comply with regulations, and foster a positive culture while driving performance and growth.

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
  • Immunization eligibility
  • 3-5 years prior relevant work experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Once state regulations are met, Grad 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
  • 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 and meaningful solutions to drive growth and improve performance in your pharmacy and work toward successfully implementing those solutions by leading your team to achieve specified goals
  • Adapt to change and adjust plans to thrive in a dynamic community healthcare setting
  • 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
  • Apply acquired knowledge to help drive healthy outcomes and differentiate CVS from competitors

FAQs

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

The Pharmacy Intern - Grad supports the pharmacy team in delivering exceptional care, ensuring patient safety, managing workflow, and meeting regulatory requirements under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Grad Intern?

Primary responsibilities include leading with empathy, supporting the pharmacy manager, identifying business opportunities, adapting to change, facilitating a positive team culture, and applying knowledge to drive healthy outcomes.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

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

What are the required qualifications for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Candidates must possess a valid pharmacist intern and/or technician licensure as required by state Board of Pharmacy, have 0-3 years of relevant work experience, and strong communication skills.

Is immunization eligibility required for this position?

Immunization eligibility is preferred, as providing patient immunizations is an essential function for pharmacists once state regulations are met.

What type of work experience is preferred for applicants?

Applicants with 3-5 years of prior relevant work experience are preferred for the position.

What is the typical pay range for this role?

The typical pay range for the Pharmacy Intern - Grad position is between $19.75 and $42.00.

What are the working hours for this position?

Colleagues must have regular and predictable attendance, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Is prior experience in a pharmacy required?

While prior relevant work experience is preferred, it is not mandatory; candidates with less experience may still apply.

When does the application window for this position close?

The application window for this opening is anticipated to close on September 1, 2025.

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CVS Health

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

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Employees
1963
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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.