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Walgreens

26d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Grand Junction

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  • You must be enrolled in a Pharmacy program, fluent in English, flexible for hours, prefer retail experience, math skills for prescriptions, and we consider qualified applicants with records.
  • You will assist customers, support pharmacists, manage inventory, handle sales, maintain pharmacy organization, and ensure compliance with policies 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 me.
  • 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 Summer Pharmacy Intern position?

The main 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 kind of customer experience is expected from a Summer Pharmacy Intern?

The intern is expected to engage customers by greeting them, offering assistance, resolving issues, and modeling customer service best practices to deliver a distinctive and delightful experience.

What are some of the operational responsibilities of the intern?

Responsibilities include assisting pharmacists under supervision, processing prescriptions, reporting errors, managing inventory, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy.

Is prior work experience required for this position?

Prior work experience is not required, but six months of experience in a retail environment and prior work experience with Walgreens are preferred.

What are the basic qualifications needed to apply for the Summer Pharmacy Intern position?

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

Is training provided during the internship?

Yes, required training will be completed, and interns are expected to maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy.

What is the hourly salary range for this internship?

The hourly salary range is $16.50 per hour to $25.00 per hour, depending on various factors such as geography, skills, education, and experience.

Are there any specific skills that are preferred for this role?

Yes, good math skills are preferred for accurately filling prescriptions, along with experience in a retail environment and prior experience with Walgreens.

Will I be required to handle cash in this position?

Yes, the intern will be responsible for registering sales on the cash register and handling cash as required.

Is this position open to individuals with arrest and conviction records?

Yes, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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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.