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Walgreens

21d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Savannah, +1

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  • You must be enrolled in a Pharmacy program, fluent in English, flexible with schedules, preferably have retail experience and good math skills. Prior Walgreens experience is a plus.
  • You will assist customers, support pharmacists, handle prescriptions, manage inventory, maintain the pharmacy environment, and complete training while ensuring compliance with policies and providing 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 medications.
  • 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 Summer Pharmacy Intern 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 main responsibilities of a Summer Pharmacy Intern?

The main responsibilities include engaging with customers, assisting in pharmacy operations under the supervision of a pharmacist, and supporting training and personal development in healthcare and pharmacy.

Are there any specific qualifications required for this position?

Yes, candidates must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program and be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. Flexibility in scheduling, including evenings and weekends, is also required.

Is previous experience necessary for this internship?

It is preferred but not required. Six months of experience in a retail environment or prior work experience with Walgreens is favorable.

What skills are important for this role?

Good math skills are important for accurately filling prescriptions, as well as interpersonal skills for engaging with customers.

What is the hourly pay range for this internship?

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

Will training be provided for the Summer Pharmacy Intern?

Yes, required training will be provided to ensure the intern maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy.

Are there opportunities for career development after this internship?

Yes, the internship is designed to help interns learn and champion pharmacy policies, procedures, and best practices that are essential for a future career as a pharmacist.

What should candidates do if they have an arrest or conviction record?

Candidates with arrest and conviction records may still be considered for employment, as Walgreens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Where can I find more information about the benefits offered for this position?

More information about benefits can be found by visiting the Walgreens benefits page: jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board and cannot click the link, you can copy and paste the URL into your browser.

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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.