Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health•Portland, OR

15d•$30 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

At CVS Health, US Non-Accredited Foreign Graduates support retail pharmacy teams while developing the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for a Pharmacist role. After passing the FPGEE and TOEFL and meeting program eligibility requirements, the graduate completes required US internship hours and applies pharmacy-school learning in practice under the direction of a preceptor. The mixed-modality learning plan includes hands-on experience, a training roadmap, Key Learning Experiences, and time with district leaders to develop pharmacy practice, patient care, business, and leadership skills. The internship must be completed within 18 months, and the graduate must be prepared to complete required pharmacist licensure exams and processes within 120 days after finishing the required US internship hours. The role supports safe, accurate, and efficient pharmacy operations, prescription fulfillment, and caring patient service. The intern follows company procedures and applicable laws, communicates with patients and colleagues, assists with pharmacy workflow and inventory, and may provide additional patient health services where legally permitted and appropriately trained. Where permissible, the intern may also complete requirements to support vaccine preparation and administration.

Requirements

Graduate from a non-US-accredited college or school of pharmacy before beginning CVS's US Non-Accredited Foreign Graduate Training Program.
FPGEC certification.
Obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days after completing required US intern hours; failure to complete the internship within 18 months or obtain licensure as prescribed results in separation of employment.
Possess, or be in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure as required.
Pass the FPGEE and TOEFL to be eligible to complete required US internship hours.
Concentrate over time, shift quickly between tasks, and confirm prescription information and label accuracy.
Provide friendly assistance, recognize patient reactions, and respond appropriately.
Use and understand verbal and written communication with patients and colleagues; listen actively and ask questions appropriately.
Use mathematics to determine prescription quantities, days' supply, and bottle counts.
Identify challenging patient or colleague interactions and select an appropriate course of action.
Meet physical requirements that include extended standing or mobility, reaching, repetitive finger movements, stooping, close visual work, and lifting or exerting force as described in the posting.
Communicate and receive detailed information through spoken communication.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service.
Ability to become immunization certified; once state regulations are met, graduates are expected to strive to provide patient immunizations as an essential pharmacist function.
Ability to work in the home store and across the market at other locations to meet business needs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Follow company standard operating procedures at each workstation to support pharmacists and technicians in managing and improving patient health.
Follow pharmacy workflow procedures in production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off to ensure safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
Provide empathetic, personalized patient service at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone; offer immunizations and other services where appropriate; and resolve or escalate patient concerns.
Offer counseling, answer medical questions, and obtain patient medical history when appropriate and under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
Take telephonic prescriptions from prescribers and contact prescribers to clarify prescriptions or facilitate medication changes where allowed by state regulation.
Provide in-the-moment coaching, training, and mentoring to pharmacy team members and share best practices.
Complete basic inventory activities as permitted by law and directed by pharmacy leadership, such as putting away medication deliveries, cycle counts, returns-to-stock, and waiting-bin inventories.
Contribute to a high-performing team, receive feedback, and seek opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge.
Remain flexible to scheduling and business needs and travel to other stores in the market for shifts as needed.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, and CVS policies and procedures, including requirements for patient safety, controlled substances, recordkeeping, privacy, and security.
Deliver additional patient health services, such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and voluntary offsite clinic staffing, where permitted by law and supported by required training and certification.
Where permissible, complete licensure and training requirements for Technician Immunizer status and support vaccine preparation and administration.
Educate patients about the importance of vaccines and refer vaccination questions to the Pharmacist-on-duty.
Monitor for and respond to adverse reactions and report events according to public health requirements.
Review and collect patient information and track and document it for each applicable patient.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, and complete required training within the designated timeframe.
Perform physical and communication tasks required for pharmacy work, including remaining mobile and upright for extended periods, handling and lifting items, using close visual acuity, and communicating detailed information accurately.