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Walgreens

25d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • El Cerrito

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a pharmacy program, fluent in English, willing to work flexible hours, and ideally have retail experience and good math skills.
  • You will engage customers, assist pharmacists, handle prescriptions, manage inventory, maintain a clean pharmacy, and complete assigned tasks while ensuring a positive patient 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 main objective of the Pharmacy Intern position?

The main objective of the Pharmacy Intern position 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?

The key responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern include engaging customers, assisting in the practice of pharmacy under the supervision of a pharmacist, processing prescriptions, and supporting pharmacy operations.

Is previous experience required for this position?

Previous experience is preferred but not required. Six months of experience in a retail environment is preferred, and prior work experience with Walgreens is also an advantage.

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

To apply for the Pharmacy Intern position, you must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program and be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

What is the pay 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 factors such as geography, skills, education, and experience.

Are there any specific scheduling requirements for this job?

Yes, there is a willingness to work a flexible schedule, which includes evening and weekend hours.

Will I receive training as a Pharmacy Intern?

Yes, completing required training is part of the internship, and you will also maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy.

Do I need to have my own transportation for this job?

While the job description does not specify transportation requirements, it is generally advisable to have reliable transportation to meet the flexible scheduling needs, including evening and weekend shifts.

Can applicants with criminal records apply for this position?

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

What types of tasks will I assist with in the pharmacy?

As a Pharmacy Intern, you will assist with various tasks such as entering prescriptions, handling telephone calls, managing inventory, and ensuring the pharmacy area is clean and well-stocked.

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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.