Graduate Pharmacy Intern

Weis Markets

About The Position

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and communities? That's WEIS! Location Address: 1002 Weis Remote Road Job Description: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The associate is responsible for the functions below, in addition to other duties as assigned: Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, helping resolve issues in a professional manner, and supporting daily pharmacy operations. Perform technician-level tasks including, but not limited to, data entry, prescription processing, and inventory management. Participate in patient counseling activities under direct pharmacist supervision. Support clinical services such as immunizations, Medication Therapy Management (MTM), medication synchronization, and patient outreach for services and wellness initiatives, where permitted by law and under direct pharmacist supervision. Support initiatives that promote medication adherence, synchronization, text alerts, and customer wellness. Process third-party claims and help resolve insurance-related issues. Enter and update patient and prescription information into the pharmacy computer system accurately. Interact with physicians and utilize reference material to gain information on customers and prescriptions and to resolve any issues that arise. Perform initial drug utilization reviews and identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, escalating concerns to the supervising pharmacist. Assist in managing pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and removing expired medications. Participate in meetings, training sessions, and development opportunities as they arise in the company. Shadow and learn management tasks and team leadership responsibilities under the guidance of the Pharmacy Manager. Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment. Progress through the New Pharmacist Training checklist and complete checklist prior to licensure. Travel to assigned store locations and attend scheduled events (e.g., flu clinics, DM ride-along). Responsible for submitting all mileage and expenses following all company policies and procedures. Actively participate in feedback and evaluation sessions and use results to build professional growth plans. Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and corporate policies. Perform additional job-related responsibilities and duties as necessary or assigned. Support and embody the Mission, Vision, and Values of Weis Markets. Weis Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Weis Markets is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, familial status, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ways things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Weis Markets. At Weis Markets, we firmly believe that together, we can achieve anything! Recognizing that our associates are the backbone of our company, it’s a fact that as our associates grow, opportunities are created for others! Being a family company, we’re always looking for friendly and energetic people to join our team to bring creativity and insight to help our company and communities we serve continue to grow and prosper. Known for talent development at all levels, Weis provides growth and endless career opportunities for people at all stages in life!

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, helping resolve issues in a professional manner, and supporting daily pharmacy operations.
Perform technician-level tasks including, but not limited to, data entry, prescription processing, and inventory management.
Participate in patient counseling activities under direct pharmacist supervision.
Support clinical services such as immunizations, Medication Therapy Management (MTM), medication synchronization, and patient outreach for services and wellness initiatives, where permitted by law and under direct pharmacist supervision.
Support initiatives that promote medication adherence, synchronization, text alerts, and customer wellness.
Process third-party claims and help resolve insurance-related issues.
Enter and update patient and prescription information into the pharmacy computer system accurately.
Interact with physicians and utilize reference material to gain information on customers and prescriptions and to resolve any issues that arise.
Perform initial drug utilization reviews and identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, escalating concerns to the supervising pharmacist.
Assist in managing pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and removing expired medications.
Participate in meetings, training sessions, and development opportunities as they arise in the company.
Shadow and learn management tasks and team leadership responsibilities under the guidance of the Pharmacy Manager.
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
Progress through the New Pharmacist Training checklist and complete checklist prior to licensure.
Travel to assigned store locations and attend scheduled events (e.g., flu clinics, DM ride-along).
Responsible for submitting all mileage and expenses following all company policies and procedures.
Actively participate in feedback and evaluation sessions and use results to build professional growth plans.
Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
Perform additional job-related responsibilities and duties as necessary or assigned.
Support and embody the Mission, Vision, and Values of Weis Markets.