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Pharmacy Intern - Grad

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CVS Health

16d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Jackson

AI generated summary

  • You must be a PharmD graduate, obtain state licensure, have strong communication skills, be mobile, lift up to 20 lbs, and complete training on time, including immunization eligibility.
  • You will lead with empathy, support and motivate your team, identify business opportunities, adapt to changes, foster collaboration, and leverage knowledge to enhance patient outcomes.

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

  • 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 primary role of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The primary role of a Pharmacy Intern is to ensure a safe and effective Retail Pharmacy work environment while delivering exceptional care to each patient under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

To apply for the Pharmacy Intern position, candidates must be a PharmD graduate of a U.S. accredited program and possess or be in the process of obtaining a valid Pharmacist intern and/or technician licensure as required by state Board of Pharmacy.

How much prior work experience is preferred for this position?

While 0-3 years of prior relevant work experience is required, 3-5 years of experience is preferred.

What are some responsibilities of the Pharmacy Intern?

Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, managing pharmacy workflows (excluding final prescription verification), performing inventory management, and leading patient care programs.

Is immunization eligibility a requirement for this role?

Immunization eligibility is preferred, and once state regulations are met, Grad interns should strive to provide patient immunizations as it is an essential pharmacist function.

What skills are required for this position?

Candidates must possess strong verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills, along with the ability to adapt to a dynamic community healthcare setting and collaborate with others to deliver better outcomes.

What is the pay range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

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

Is attendance at work important for this position?

Yes, regular and predictable attendance, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential for this role.

When does the application window for this position close?

The application window for this opening will close on 05/01/2025.

How does CVS Health view fresh ideas and new perspectives in healthcare?

CVS Health welcomes fresh ideas, new perspectives, and unique contributions from candidates to pioneer a bold new approach to total health care.

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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.