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Walgreens

27d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a Pharmacy program, fluent in English, willing to work flexible hours, preferably have retail experience, good math skills, and be open to considering background checks.
  • You will assist customers, support pharmacists, manage inventory, handle transactions, maintain pharmacy orderliness, report errors, and engage in patient care under supervision.

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 are the main objectives of the Summer Pharmacy Intern position?

The main objectives include learning to provide the best patient experience, assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team in compliance with state and federal regulations, processing prescriptions, and championing pharmacy policies and customer service best practices.

What kind of training and personal development opportunities are available?

Interns are required to complete necessary training and are encouraged to maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy, including staying updated on the latest news and developments.

What are the basic qualifications for the Summer Pharmacy Intern role?

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

Are there preferred qualifications for applicants?

Yes, preferred qualifications include six months of experience in a retail environment, prior work experience with Walgreens, and good math skills for accurately filling prescriptions.

Is previous retail experience required for this position?

While six months of experience in a retail environment is preferred, it is not strictly required.

What should I do if I have an arrest or conviction record?

Walgreens will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

What is the salary range for the Summer Pharmacy Intern position?

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

How do I apply for this internship position?

Candidates can apply for the internship position through the Walgreens career website or job boards where the position is listed.

Will I be required to perform customer service tasks?

Yes, engaging with customers, resolving issues, and providing assistance are essential components of the role to ensure a positive customer experience.

Can I expect to assist with inventory management tasks?

Yes, interns will assist the Pharmacy Department with inventory management activities, including ordering, unpacking, checking, and storing shipments of pharmaceuticals.

Is there an opportunity for advancement after the internship?

While the internship is primarily designed for learning, successfully demonstrating skills and competencies may lead to future employment opportunities within Walgreens.

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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.