Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health•Elkhart, IN

12d•$30 - $42

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 under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist in a retail pharmacy. The internship must be completed within 18 months. The intern is expected to obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days after completing the required US internship hours; failure to meet these requirements may result in removal from the role and separation of employment. The role supports a safe, effective pharmacy environment and exceptional patient care through customer service, pharmacy operations, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, inventory and workflow management, and participation in patient care programs. The intern also supports pharmacy leadership, staff development, training, scheduling, and team engagement. Duties are performed within applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and the limits of the intern's authorization; final prescription verification is excluded from workflow management responsibilities. This is a full-time position. The stated typical pay range is $30.00–$42.00. Eligible colleagues receive a 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 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.
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 the required US internship hours within 18 months and obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days after completing those 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 required training and obtain required licensure within applicable guidelines, and to complete additional tasks as directed by a supervisor or manager.
Ability to lift and exert up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and a negligible amount of force regularly to move objects, including overhead lifting.
Required related work experience: 0 to 3 years.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide courteous, professional service to customers in the store and at the drive-through; answer questions and concerns, greet callers warmly, and seek solutions that improve customer satisfaction.
Protect customer and patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and company standards, and comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, CVS policies, and standard operating procedures.
Maintain 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 in accordance with CVS policies and procedures.
Access, enter, and retrieve information using pharmacy workstations.
Maintain inventory and replenishment according to applicable procedures and reports, and assist with putting away drug orders except CII drugs, as permitted by law.
Provide additional health care services as allowed by state regulation, individual certification, and pharmacy leadership direction, 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 direct customers to the pharmacist when needed.
Communicate with healthcare professionals and, when appropriate, obtain customer medical history to support care and provide appropriate medical advice within the role's authorized scope.
Support pharmacy management in motivating, developing, and training Pharmacy Support Staff; coordinate or implement staff training and development.
Communicate with field management and corporate as needed, participate in required store operational meetings, and support scheduling based on business needs and workflow.
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional pharmacy department; recognize colleagues and celebrate success; complete required training.
Identify business opportunities and solutions, help implement them to meet goals, adapt to changing conditions, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to a caring and effective team culture.
Perform approved register transactions, including cash, check, and charge transactions, and bag merchandise after sales.
Meet state and federal licensure requirements within the applicable timeframe.