Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health•Jeffersonville, IN

8d•$30 - $42

About The Position

The 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 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 supports patient care, pharmacy operations, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management, excluding final prescription verification. The role includes a mixed-modality learning plan and a curated learning experience intended to build on the candidate’s pharmacy education and develop skills in patient care, practice management, leadership, and education. Interns are required to complete their internship within 18 months and obtain pharmacist licensure within 120 days after completing the required US internship hours. Failure to meet these requirements results in removal from the role and separation of employment. The intern supports customers and patients, pharmacy leadership, and Pharmacy Support Staff; participates in prescription processing and other pharmacy operations as permitted by law; and may deliver additional health care services, such as point-of-care testing and immunization-related services, as permitted by state regulations, certification, and pharmacy leadership. The position requires regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, and the ability to lift and exert force as described in the posting. This is a full-time position with a typical pay range of $30.00–$42.00. It is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalent Development (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 the 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.
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 of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and a negligible amount regularly, including overhead lifting.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Work under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist to help maintain a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment.
Deliver customer service in person, at the drive-thru, and by telephone; respond to customer questions and concerns, seek help when needed, and help create personalized customer experiences.
Perform approved register transactions, including cash, check, and charge transactions, and bag merchandise after sales.
Protect customer and patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, company standards, and applicable laws.
Comply with federal and state laws, rules, and regulations, as well as CVS policies and standard operating procedures.
Follow CVS workflow 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 the workstation.
Support inventory management and replenishment, and assist with putting away drug orders, excluding CII drugs, as permitted by law.
Provide additional health care services as allowed by state regulations, 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 the Pharmacist when appropriate; handle medical questions when appropriate and interact with healthcare professionals to support optimal care.
When applicable, solicit customer medical history to provide appropriate medical advice, and practice and develop pharmacist duties according to law.
Support the Pharmacy Manager in motivating, inspiring, and developing Pharmacy Support Staff, including balancing assignments and addressing development needs.
Identify business opportunities and solutions to improve pharmacy growth and performance, and help the team achieve goals.
Adapt to changes in a dynamic community healthcare setting, collaborate with others, and support better outcomes.
Help foster a team culture of care, energy, enthusiasm, and pride; recognize colleagues and celebrate success.
Communicate with Field Management and Corporate 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 according to business needs and the workflow model.
Coordinate or implement training and development for Pharmacy Support Staff and complete required training programs.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, and complete additional tasks as directed by a supervisor or manager.