Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health•Winnsboro, TX

22d•$30 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The International Pharmacy Intern role is for a foreign pharmacy graduate from a non-US-accredited school who has passed the FPGEE and TOEFL and is eligible to complete required US internship hours. The intern follows a mixed-modality learning plan and applies pharmacy knowledge and skills while developing capabilities in patient care, practice management, leadership, and education. Required internship hours must be completed within 18 months, and pharmacist licensure exams and processes must be completed within 120 days after the internship hours are completed. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the intern helps maintain a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment and delivers patient care. The role includes customer service, pharmacy operations and workflow, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, inventory management, and participation in patient care programs. Duties exclude final prescription verification. The intern supports pharmacy leadership and staff development, adapts to a changing community healthcare setting, and completes required training and licensure requirements. The position is full-time and offers a typical pay range of $30.00–$42.00. It is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent pharmacist degree from a non-US-accredited school of pharmacy.
Active Pharmacy Intern license in the state where the district is located.
Foreign graduate of a non-US-accredited college or school of pharmacy before beginning the CVS Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduate Training Program.
Successfully pass the FPGEE and TOEFL to be eligible to apply for the role.
Complete required US internship hours within 18 months.
Obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days of completing US intern hours; failure to meet the internship or licensure timelines results in removal from the role and separation of employment.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Skills in results orientation, colleague engagement, active listening, customer and community engagement, consumer behavior, negotiation and conflict resolution, patient counseling, emotional intelligence, time management, and digital literacy.
Ability to complete required training and obtain required licensure, if applicable, within guidelines.
Ability to lift and exert up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and a negligible amount regularly to move objects, including overhead lifting.

Nice To Haves

Eligibility to immunize.
Three to five years of prior related work experience is preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Once state regulations are met, foreign graduates are expected to immunize as an essential pharmacist function.

Responsibilities

Deliver courteous, professional customer service in-store, at the drive-through, and by telephone; answer questions, seek assistance when needed, and help remove obstacles to a satisfactory customer experience.
Perform approved register transactions and bag merchandise after sales.
Protect customer and patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, company standards, and applicable laws and policies.
Comply with federal and state laws, regulations, CVS policies, and standard operating procedures.
Follow CVS pharmacy workflow standards and process prescriptions, including translating SIG codes, selecting products, counting and measuring drugs, handling vials and bottles, and labeling prescriptions.
Resolve third-party claim rejections and complete manual claim forms.
Perform prescription pick-up procedures in accordance with company policy.
Access, enter, and retrieve information using the workstation.
Maintain inventory and replenishment according to applicable policies, procedures, and reports; assist with putting away drug orders, except CII drugs, as permitted by law.
Deliver additional healthcare services as allowed by state regulation, individual certification, and pharmacy leadership, including point-of-care or swab-and-send testing and immunization preparation or delivery.
Support the supervising pharmacist in dispensing drugs, reviewing prescriptions, and monitoring compliance.
Offer counseling and refer customers to a pharmacist when needed; handle appropriate medical questions, communicate with healthcare professionals, and, when applicable, obtain medical history information for appropriate advice under direct pharmacist supervision.
Practice and develop pharmacist duties as permitted by law.
Support the pharmacy manager in motivating and developing pharmacy support staff, balancing assignments, and addressing development needs.
Identify business opportunities and solutions, and help implement them to meet pharmacy goals and improve performance.
Adapt plans to changes in the community healthcare setting, collaborate with others, and help align colleagues around the organization’s purpose.
Promote a team culture of care, energy, enthusiasm, and pride; recognize colleagues and celebrate success.
Communicate with field management and corporate teams as needed, and participate in required store operational meetings.
Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional pharmacy department according to CVS standards.
Support scheduling activities based on business needs and workflow.
Coordinate or implement training and development for pharmacy support staff.
Complete all required training programs and obtain required licensure within applicable guidelines.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
Complete additional tasks as directed by a supervisor or manager.