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Walgreens

13d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a pharmacy program, fluent in English, flexible with hours, and preferably have retail experience and good math skills. We'll consider applicants with conviction records.
  • You will assist customers, support pharmacists, manage inventory, handle cash, ensure cleanliness, report errors, and stay updated on healthcare knowledge while adhering to company policies.

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 to provide the best patient experience through 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 for a positive experience, assisting pharmacists with prescription processing, adhering to pharmacy policies, and supporting inventory management activities.

Is prior experience required for this position?

No prior experience is required; however, six months of experience in a retail environment and prior work experience with Walgreens are preferred.

What qualifications must applicants have?

Applicants must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program, fluent in English, and willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

How does Walgreens ensure a positive customer experience?

Walgreens ensures a positive customer experience by promoting strong interpersonal habits, proactively offering help, and resolving customer issues promptly.

What does the training for this position involve?

The training involves completing required training programs and maintaining knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy developments.

Are there any special considerations for applicants with criminal records?

Yes, Walgreens will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

What is the salary range for the Pharmacy Intern position?

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

What should an applicant know about flexibility in scheduling?

An applicant should be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours, as part of the job requirements.

Where can applicants find more information about the benefits offered?

Applicants can review the benefits by visiting the provided link to the Walgreens benefits page or copying the URL provided in the job description.

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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.