Pharmacy Intern Grad - Chicago

Walgreens

May 9, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Healthcare
Science
Chicago

Requirements

Willingness to obtain a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited educational institution prior to the start date in position.
Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the respective Board of Pharmacy in the states within the district within 90 days of hire per district guidelines.
Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws.
Certified Immunizer or willing to become an immunizer within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Customer Experience:
Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues in a timely manner and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
Develops strong relationships with most valuable customers by anticipating customer needs and proactively offering services. Supports efforts on enhancing customer experience by increasing focus on healthcare services (e.g. patient consultation, medication management, drug therapy reviews, and perform retail, clinical, or wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness) thereby promoting the shift of the pharmacy role from transactional to interpersonal.
Operations:
Counsels patients and answers their questions regarding usage of medicine, side effects, interactions, contraindications, patient information privacy, generics, less expensive medicines, over-the-counter products, and refers to medical provider as needed to ensure medication is taken correctly, health needs addressed, and satisfaction with service.
Performs pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management. Reviews, interprets and accurately dispenses prescribed medications when necessitated by workload.
Ensures the pharmacy operates in accordance to regulations, company policies and standards. Assists pharmacy manager with establishing procedures that promotes the efficient workflow of the pharmacy including assigning roles, coordinating activities and soliciting employee suggestions. Responsible for the opening and closing of the pharmacy and shift change duties.
Ensures the use of all elements of the Good Faith Dispensing policy in conjunction with state and federal controlled substance laws when filling prescriptions. The Product Review/Retail Fill Process Pharmacist has the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that the elements of Good Faith are present.
Maintains current knowledge of information technology associated with pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, automation, StoreNET to provide support to customers as well as pharmacy staff. Proposes and implements enhancements to pharmacy systems to further promote productivity.
Ensures the accurate processing of insurance claims to resolve customer issues and prevent payment rejections. Follows-up with insurance companies as well as medical providers and participates in 3rd party audit.
Follows-up with medical providers’ offices to clarify prescribed medications, dosages, refills, interactions and allergies to suggest alternative medications, and answer medical provider questions
Performs retail, clinical, and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, diabetes awareness and other preventive healthcare services.
Assists and supports the pharmacy manager in analyzing performance data including pharmacy financial, customer service, and implementation of procedures for pharmacy asset protection and inventory management. Reviews KPI’s with Pharmacy Manager, Store Manager, and Healthcare Supervisor.
Develops and maintains good relationships with local medical community including physicians, nurses, and other health care providers. Participates in community outreach activities to promote the pharmacy business and further enhance growth opportunities.
Partners with Central Pharmacy Operations for customer registration, 3rd party reviews, and assists with resolving customer issues to support the Well Experience locations. In virtual environments, conducts virtual product review by following specific company procedures and guidelines (e.g. using specific photographs taken by the technicians sent electronically during the F4 process and reduce transactional tasks).
People & Performance Management:
Assists the Pharmacy Manager with staff hiring and training. Reinforces the direction of Pharmacy Manager in staff performance by coaching, and providing constructive feedback, monitoring customer service, and fostering employee development.
Promotes teamwork and motivates team members by establishing expectations, monitors and recognizes progress, and fosters a shared vision.
Training & Personal Development:
Maintains current knowledge and skills related to pharmacy and healthcare by reading pharmacy related journals, company publications, and communications. Maintains awareness of developments in retail and management and pursues best practices that would enhance performance
Obtains necessary certifications, education credits and training such as People Plus Learning modules as required by the Company
Seeks professional development by monitoring one’s performance, solicits for constructive feedback, and leverages pharmacy manager and store manager as mentor and coach
Communications:
Supports the Pharmacy Manager and Store Manager by communicating relevant corporate health and wellness services or strategy information to pharmacy staff.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern Grad in Chicago?**

The primary responsibilities include providing pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding medication usage and drug interactions, offering preventive healthcare services such as immunizations, and ensuring the proper compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications in compliance with regulatory guidelines and company policies. **Question: What role does the Pharmacy Intern Grad play in enhancing customer experience?** **Answer:** The Pharmacy Intern Grad supports the efficient workflow of the pharmacy and assists the pharmacy manager in identifying ways to optimize pharmacy financials and inventory management, which in turn enhances the overall customer experience. **Question: Are there specific healthcare services that the Pharmacy Intern Grad is expected to provide?** **Answer:** Yes, the Pharmacy Intern Grad is expected to provide preventive healthcare services, including immunizations, as part of their customer consulting services. **Question: What regulatory requirements must the Pharmacy Intern Grad adhere to in their role?** **Answer:** The Pharmacy Intern Grad must adhere to regulatory guidelines, as well as company policies and procedures, when compounding, dispensing, reviewing, and verifying prescribed medications. **Question: How does the role of Pharmacy Intern Grad support the pharmacy manager?** **Answer:** The role supports the pharmacy manager by assisting in identifying areas for optimization, which include improving pharmacy financials, managing inventory, and enhancing the customer experience. **Question: Is the position focused solely on customer interaction, or does it include other responsibilities?** **Answer:** The position includes both customer interaction and other responsibilities, such as supporting pharmacy workflow, inventory management, and compliance with regulatory guidelines in medication handling. **Question: What skills are beneficial for a Pharmacy Intern Grad in this position?** **Answer:** Beneficial skills include strong communication abilities for interacting with customers, attention to detail for medication verification, knowledge of pharmacology and drug interactions, and analytical skills for optimizing financial and inventory management. **Question: What educational background is required for the Pharmacy Intern Grad position?** **Answer:** Candidates typically need to be enrolled in or have completed a pharmacy degree program, which provides the necessary knowledge and skills for the responsibilities outlined in this position.

Walgreens

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Walgreens is a leading pharmacy and retail company in the United States, providing a wide range of health and wellness products, prescription medications, and services. Their ultimate aim is to champion the health and well-being of communities by offering convenient and accessible healthcare solutions. Walgreens focuses on improving health outcomes and ensuring that customers have access to essential health services and products.