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Pharmacy Intern Year

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Southington

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  • You must be enrolled in a Pharmacy program, fluent in English, flexible with hours, prefer retail experience, and have good math skills. Applicants with arrest/conviction records are considered.
  • You will assist customers, support pharmacists, manage inventory, ensure compliance, handle transactions, and maintain a clean pharmacy environment while providing patient care under supervision.

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 Year position?

The primary objective is to learn to provide the best patient experience by assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team members in accordance with state and federal regulations.

What are the key responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

Key responsibilities include engaging customers, assisting in pharmacy operations, performing patient care services, and adhering to company policies and procedures.

Are Pharmacy Interns required to have prior experience in a retail environment?

While it's preferred, it is not a strict requirement. However, six months of experience in a retail environment is preferred.

What qualifications are needed to apply for this Pharmacy Intern position?

Applicants must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program and be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. A willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, is also required.

Is training provided for Pharmacy Interns?

Yes, training is provided and Pharmacy Interns are required to complete all necessary training to maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy.

What is the salary range for this position?

The current salary range for the Pharmacy Intern position is $16.50 per hour to $25.00 per hour, depending on various factors including geography, skills, and experience.

Can applicants with arrest and conviction records apply for this position?

Yes, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Are interns responsible for handling cash and processing sales?

Yes, interns are responsible for registering all related sales on assigned cash registers and handling cash as required.

What types of patient care services are Pharmacy Interns expected to assist with?

Pharmacy Interns may assist with patient counseling, blood pressure assessments, and medication therapy management services.

Does the position require knowledge of pharmacy policy and procedures?

Yes, Pharmacy Interns are expected to learn and champion pharmacy policy, procedures, and customer service best practices needed to perform effectively as a future pharmacist.

Is fluency in languages other than English necessary for this position?

Fluency in languages other than English is not required for the position; proficiency in English is necessary, with exceptions only in Puerto Rico.

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.