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Walgreens

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Boonton

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a Pharmacy program, fluent in English, flexible to work evenings/weekends, and preferably have retail experience and good math skills.
  • You will assist customers, support pharmacists, manage inventory, maintain the pharmacy's appearance, handle cash, and comply with policies while delivering patient care and ensuring a positive experience.

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program.
  • Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico).
  • Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
  • Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
  • Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens.
  • Prefer good math skills so you can fill prescriptions accurately, including counting, measuring and weighing.
  • We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Responsibilities

  • Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues 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 customers.
  • Learn from store and pharmacy team members, field leadership, team members and customers/patients.
  • Under the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy. Reviews and complies with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
  • Performs duties as assigned and supervised by the pharmacist in accordance with Walgreens standard operating procedures for entering, third party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
  • Assists pharmacists and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care and services that are within the state scope of practice for pharmacy interns including patient counseling and other health services (i.e. blood pressure, medication therapy management).
  • Immediately reports prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
  • Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing.
  • Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required. Takes customer to OTC aisle when possible to assist in locating products.
  • Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including those to physicians.
  • Assists and supports Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, such as, ordering, unpacking, checking and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals. Maintains knowledge of Company asset protection techniques, and files claims for warehouse overages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damaged goods involving Rx drugs.
  • Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat and orderly in condition and appearance.
  • Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
  • Complete special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
  • Complete required training.
  • Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy, including latest news and developments.

FAQs

What is the primary objective of the Pharmacy Intern position?

The primary objective is to learn how to provide the best patient experience by assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team members while adhering to state and federal regulations.

What kind of training is required for this position?

The intern is required to complete necessary training to ensure they maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy, including the latest news and developments.

Are there any specific qualifications needed to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Yes, applicants must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program and must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

What type of schedule flexibility is expected from interns?

Interns are expected to have a willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.

Is prior experience in retail preferred for this position?

Yes, having six months of experience in a retail environment is preferred.

What should an intern do if they encounter a prescription error?

The intern must immediately report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and adhere to company policies regarding pharmacy errors.

What are some duties an intern may perform under the supervision of a pharmacist?

Interns may assist in entering prescriptions, third-party processing, filling, dispensing prescriptions, and providing patient counseling within the state scope of practice.

What types of relationships should Pharmacy Interns develop with customers?

Pharmacy Interns should develop strong relationships with customers by engaging with them and providing assistance to ensure a positive customer experience.

Are there opportunities for career advancement after completing the internship?

Yes, the internship is designed to prepare students for future roles in pharmacy, equipping them with essential experience and knowledge.

What is the salary range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

The current salary range for this position is $16.50 per hour - $25.00 per hour, depending on various factors such as geography, skills, education, and experience.

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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.