Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health • Reno, NV

22d • $30 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

The International Pharmacy Intern role at CVS Health is designed for foreign pharmacy graduates from non-US-accredited schools who have passed the FPGEE and TOEFL and are pursuing US pharmacist licensure. Under the direction of a preceptor, the intern completes a mixed-modality learning plan, applies pharmacy-school learning in practice, and develops the knowledge and skills needed for a pharmacist role. Required US internship hours must be completed within 18 months, and the required pharmacist licensure exams and processes must be completed within 120 days after the internship hours are finished.

Through hands-on experience, training, Key Learning Experiences, and time with district leaders, the intern participates in pharmacy practice and patient-care scenarios, develops business and leadership skills, and supports smooth pharmacy operations. The role helps ensure prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and that patients receive caring service. Interns learn and follow standard operating procedures, pharmacy best practices, and effective communication practices while helping foster a safe, inclusive environment.

The intern contributes to pharmacy operations and patient care under applicable supervision and legal requirements. Responsibilities may include supporting prescription fulfillment, assisting patients, handling prescription-related communications, supporting inventory tasks, and providing additional patient-care services where permitted and appropriately trained. Where permitted, the intern may also pursue Technician Immunizer status and support vaccine preparation and administration.

Requirements

• Foreign graduate of a non-US-accredited college or school of pharmacy before beginning CVS’s US Non-Accredited Foreign Graduate Training Program.
• FPGEC certification.
• Obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days of completing US intern hours; failure to complete internship hours within 18 months or obtain licensure as prescribed results in separation of employment.
• Possess, or be in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure as required.
• Pass the FPGEE and TOEFL before becoming eligible to complete required US internship hours.
• Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to complete required training within the designated timeframe.
• Ability to concentrate over time, shift quickly between tasks, and verify prescription information and label accuracy.
• Ability to provide friendly assistance, understand patient reactions, and respond appropriately.
• Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients and colleagues, including active listening.
• Mathematical reasoning to calculate quantities, days’ supply, and bottle requirements for prescriptions.
• Ability to identify challenging interactions and select an appropriate course of action.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described, including extended upright periods, lifting and handling items, reaching, repetitive finger movement, stooping, close visual acuity, and spoken communication.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of related work experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting.
• Ability to become immunization certified; once state regulations are met, foreign graduates are expected to work toward providing patient immunizations as an essential pharmacist function.
• Ability to work in the home store and at other locations across the market to meet business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Follow company standard operating procedures at pharmacy workstations to support pharmacists and technicians in managing and improving patient health.
• Follow pharmacy workflow procedures in production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off to support safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
• Provide empathetic, personalized service to patients at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone; offer immunizations and other services; and resolve or escalate patient concerns.
• Offer counseling, answer medical questions, and obtain patient medical-history information when appropriate and under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Take telephonic prescriptions from prescribers and contact prescribers to clarify prescriptions or facilitate medication changes where state regulations allow.
• Provide in-the-moment coaching, training, and mentoring to pharmacy team members while sharing best practices.
• Complete basic inventory activities as permitted by law and directed by pharmacy leadership, including putting away medication deliveries, cycle counts, returns-to-stock, and waiting-bin inventories.
• Contribute to a high-performing team, receive feedback, and seek opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge.
• Remain flexible to scheduling and business needs and travel voluntarily to other stores in the market for shifts as needed.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, and CVS policies and procedures, including requirements for patient safety, controlled substances, recordkeeping, privacy, and security.
• Deliver additional patient health care services, such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and staffing offsite clinics, where allowed by law and supported by required training and certification.
• Where permissible, complete additional licensure and training to obtain Technician Immunizer status and support vaccine preparation and administration.
• Educate patients about the importance of vaccines and refer vaccination questions to the Pharmacist-on-duty.
• Monitor for and respond to adverse reactions and report events as required by public health requirements.
• Review and collect patient information and track and document information for each applicable patient.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, and complete required training within the designated timeframe.
• Perform the role’s physical and communication functions, including standing or remaining upright for extended periods, handling and lifting items, reaching, repetitive finger movements, stooping, close visual work, and accurately conveying and receiving spoken instructions.
• Complete additional tasks as directed by a supervisor or manager.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources supporting colleagues’ and families’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed