Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health•Fort Worth, TX

7d•$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 supports a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment while developing the knowledge and skills needed for pharmacist licensure. The mixed-modality learning plan includes curated learning experiences in patient care, practice management, leadership, and education. Interns are required to complete the internship within 18 months and are expected to complete the required pharmacist licensure exams and processes within 120 days after finishing their US internship hours. Failure to meet these timelines may result in removal from the role and separation of employment. The role supports patient safety, professional pharmacy practice, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, customer service, inventory management, and workflow management, excluding final prescription verification. It also includes helping manage patient care programs, supporting pharmacy staff development, contributing to pharmacy performance, adapting to a changing community healthcare setting, and promoting a caring and collaborative team culture. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a PharmD or equivalent pharmacist degree from a non-US-accredited pharmacy school, and an active Pharmacy Intern license in the state where the district is located. The typical required related work experience is 0–3 years; 3–5 years is preferred. The role is full-time and offers a typical pay range of $30.00–$42.00. Eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources.

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 required US intern hours within 18 months and obtain pharmacist licensure in the position's state within 120 days of 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.
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
Ability to complete required training and obtain required licensure within applicable 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 related work experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Once state regulations are met, willingness and ability to immunize, which is identified as an essential pharmacist function.

Responsibilities

Greet customers courteously in-store and at the drive-thru, assist with questions and concerns, answer telephone calls professionally, and seek help or solutions to maximize customer satisfaction.
Perform approved register transactions, bag merchandise, and look for opportunities to create personalized customer experiences.
Protect customer and patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, company standards, and applicable laws and regulations.
Follow CVS policies, standard operating procedures, pharmacy workflow, and state and federal regulatory requirements.
Process prescriptions, including translating SIG codes, selecting products, counting and measuring drugs, handling vials and bottles, and labeling prescriptions.
Resolve third-party rejections, complete manual claim forms, and perform prescription pick-up procedures in accordance with policy.
Access, enter, and retrieve necessary information using pharmacy workstations.
Maintain inventory and replenishment, follow inventory procedures, and assist with putting away drug orders as permitted by law, excluding CII drugs.
Provide additional healthcare services as permitted 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.
Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, offer counseling and refer customers to the pharmacist when needed, address appropriate medical questions, communicate with healthcare professionals, and obtain medical-history information when applicable.
Develop and perform pharmacist duties as permitted by law.
Communicate with field management and corporate teams 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, and celebrate successes.
Complete required training programs and meet applicable licensing requirements within prescribed timelines.
Attend regularly and predictably, including nights and weekends, and complete additional duties assigned by a supervisor or manager.