Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health•Wichita, KS

8d•$30 - $42

About The Position

The International Pharmacy Intern role is for a graduate of a non-US-accredited pharmacy school who has passed the FPGEE and TOEFL and is eligible to apply to complete required US internship hours. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the intern contributes to a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment and delivers patient care while developing pharmacy knowledge, skills, and abilities through a mixed-modality learning plan. The internship must be completed within 18 months, and the intern is expected to complete required pharmacist licensure exams and processes within 120 days after finishing the required US internship hours. Failure to complete the internship or obtain licensure within the specified timeframes may result in removal from the role and separation of employment. The position supports patient safety, pharmacy professional practice, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management, excluding final prescription verification. Duties include assisting customers in-store and at the drive-through, processing prescriptions and claims, maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance, supporting inventory and pharmacy operations, assisting with permitted health care services, and working with pharmacists and other health care professionals. The intern also supports pharmacy leadership and staff development, training, scheduling, store meetings, and a clean, organized pharmacy department. This is a full-time position. The stated typical pay range is $30.00–$42.00. Eligible colleagues receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

Foreign graduate of a non-US-accredited college or school of pharmacy before beginning the CVS training program.
Pass the FPGEE and TOEFL to be eligible to apply for the role.
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.
Complete required US internship hours within 18 months.
Obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days after completing US internship hours.
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.
Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
Ability to complete additional tasks as directed by a supervisor or manager and complete required training and licensure within applicable guidelines.
Ability to lift and exert up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and a negligible amount of force regularly, including overhead lifting.
Required prior related work experience: 0 to 3 years.

Nice To Haves

Eligibility to immunize.
3 to 5 years of prior related work experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Once state regulations are met, willingness or ability to immunize, identified as an essential pharmacist function.

Responsibilities

Greet customers courteously and professionally in-store and at the drive-through, respond to questions and concerns, answer telephone calls, and help resolve issues to maximize customer satisfaction.
Perform approved register transactions, bag merchandise, and seek opportunities to create personalized customer experiences.
Maintain patient confidentiality under HIPAA and company standards, protect confidential drug information, and comply with federal and state laws, regulations, CVS policies, and standard operating procedures.
Meet state and federal licensure requirements within the required timeframe.
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 rejections and complete manual claim forms.
Perform prescription pick-up procedures according to CVS policies and procedures.
Access, enter, and retrieve information using pharmacy workstations.
Maintain inventory and replenishment according to applicable policies and reports, and assist with putting away drug orders, except CII drugs, as permitted by law.
Deliver additional health care services when permitted by state regulation and individual certification and directed by 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 the pharmacist when needed; field medical questions when appropriate; communicate with health care professionals; and, when applicable, obtain medical history information to support appropriate advice.
Practice and develop pharmacist duties in accordance with applicable law.
Communicate with field management and corporate as needed and participate in required store operational meetings.
Help maintain a clean, organized, professional pharmacy department and support scheduling based on business needs and workflow.
Coordinate or implement training and development for Pharmacy Support Staff, recognize colleagues, celebrate successes, and complete required training programs.
Support the Pharmacy Manager in motivating and developing Pharmacy Support Staff and balancing assignments to use strengths and address development needs.
Identify business opportunities and solutions to improve pharmacy growth and performance, and help lead the team toward specified goals.
Adapt to change, collaborate with others, promote a caring and engaged team culture, and contribute to better patient outcomes.