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Walgreens

1mo ago

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

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  • You must be enrolled in a Pharmacy program, fluent in English, flexible with hours, and preferred to have retail experience, math skills, and prior Walgreens experience.
  • You will assist customers, support pharmacists, handle prescriptions, manage inventory, maintain the pharmacy’s organization, and complete training while delivering excellent patient care.

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 are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens?

The primary responsibilities include assisting pharmacists with the practice of pharmacy, engaging customers, processing prescriptions, complying with company policies, and supporting inventory management activities.

Is previous experience in retail required for this position?

No, but it is preferred to have six months of experience in a retail environment.

What is the hourly pay range for this Pharmacy Intern position?

The hourly pay range for this position is $16.50 to $25.00, depending on various factors such as geography, skills, and experience.

What kind of training will I receive as a Pharmacy Intern?

You will complete required training and maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy, including the latest news and developments.

Are there flexible working hours for this intern position?

Yes, a willingness to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends, is required.

Do I need to be fluent in any specific language to apply?

Yes, you must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English, except for applicants in Puerto Rico.

Will Walgreens consider applicants with criminal records for this position?

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

Can I expect to have patient interaction as a Pharmacy Intern?

Yes, you will assist pharmacists in delivering patient care and services, including patient counseling and other health services within the scope of practice for pharmacy interns.

Does Walgreens have any specific policies regarding customer service?

Yes, Walgreens expects Pharmacy Interns to model and deliver distinctive customer experiences, adopting best practices in customer service.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this Pharmacy Intern position?

You must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program and meet the other basic qualifications outlined 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.