Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

CVS Health’s International Pharmacy Intern role is for a foreign pharmacy graduate from a non-US-accredited school who has successfully passed the FPGEE and TOEFL and is eligible to apply for required US internship hours. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the intern completes a mixed-modality learning plan and performs retail pharmacy duties while developing knowledge and skills in patient care, practice management, leadership, and education. Interns are required to complete their internship within 18 months and are expected to complete and pass required pharmacist licensure exams and processes within 120 days after completing their US internship hours. The role supports a safe, effective retail pharmacy environment and delivers patient care, customer service, and pharmacy operations while complying with applicable laws, regulations, and CVS policies. Duties include prescription processing, inventory and workflow management, supporting pharmacists with dispensing and prescription review, and providing permitted health care services. The role also contributes to staff development, pharmacy performance, and a collaborative team culture. This is a full-time position with a typical pay range of $30.00–$42.00. It is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources.

Requirements

Foreign graduate from 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.
High school diploma or GED and a 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.
Obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days of completing US internship hours.
Complete the required internship within 18 months; failure to meet the internship or licensure requirements may result 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.
Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
Ability to complete additional tasks as directed by a supervisor or manager.
Ability to complete required training and obtain required licensure within established guidelines.
Ability to lift and exert up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and negligible force regularly to move objects, including overhead lifting.
Prior related work experience: 0 to 3 years required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Complete the required US pharmacy internship hours and mixed-modality learning plan within 18 months.
Work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to support a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment.
Greet and assist pharmacy and front-store customers in person and at the drive-through; answer telephone calls professionally and seek help when needed to resolve customer concerns.
Perform approved register transactions and help make customer visits easier and more personalized.
Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and CVS policies and standard operating procedures.
Process prescriptions, including translating SIG codes, selecting products, counting and measuring medications, preparing and labeling prescriptions, and resolving third-party rejections or completing manual claim forms.
Perform prescription pick-up procedures and access, input, and retrieve information using the workstation.
Support inventory replenishment and put away drug orders, except CII orders, as permitted by law.
Provide additional health care services as permitted 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 with dispensing, prescription review, compliance monitoring, counseling, and communication with customers and other health care professionals, as permitted and under direct supervision.
Offer counseling and refer customers to the pharmacist when necessary; handle medical questions when appropriate and gather medical history when applicable to provide appropriate advice.
Support the pharmacy manager in motivating and developing pharmacy support staff, balancing assignments, and addressing development needs.
Identify business opportunities and solutions to improve pharmacy growth and performance, and help the team achieve specified goals.
Communicate with field management and corporate colleagues as needed and participate in required store operational meetings.
Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional pharmacy department and support scheduling activities according to business needs and workflow.
Coordinate or implement training and development for pharmacy support staff, recognize colleagues, and complete required training programs.
Demonstrate empathy, adaptability, collaboration, and a team culture that supports caring, energy, enthusiasm, and pride.
Complete required licensure and training within applicable guidelines and obtain pharmacist licensure in the state of employment within 120 days of completing US internship hours.