Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health • Fort Collins, CO

6d • $30 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

The US Non-Accredited Foreign Graduate role at CVS Health provides eligible foreign pharmacy graduates the opportunity to complete required US internship hours and apply their pharmacy education in real-world practice under the direction of a preceptor. The role uses a mixed-modality learning plan, hands-on experience, a training roadmap, Key Learning Experiences, and time with district leaders to develop pharmacy practice, patient care, business, and leadership skills in preparation for a Pharmacist role.

The graduate supports pharmacy operations and patient care by following standard operating procedures, helping ensure prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and providing caring service to patients. The role requires completion of the internship within 18 months and preparation to complete and pass the required pharmacist licensure exams and processes within 120 days after completing internship hours. Failure to meet these requirements may result in separation of employment.

Where permitted by law and supported by required training and certification, the graduate may provide additional patient health care services, including immunizations, point-of-care testing, and staffing offsite clinics. The role may also involve obtaining Technician Immunizer status and supporting vaccine preparation and administration under applicable state regulations.

Requirements

• Foreign graduate from a non-US-accredited college or school of pharmacy before beginning the CVS US Non-Accredited Foreign Graduate Training Program.
• FPGEC certification.
• Obtain pharmacist licensure in the state where the position is based within 120 days of completing US internship hours.
• Complete required US internship hours within 18 months.
• Possess, or be in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure as required.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, switch quickly between tasks, and verify prescription information and label accuracy.
• Ability to provide friendly assistance, understand patient reactions, and respond appropriately.
• Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients and colleagues; active listening skills.
• Ability to use mathematics for prescription calculations, including quantities, days’ supply, and bottle counts.
• Ability to identify challenging patient or colleague interactions and select an appropriate course of action.
• Ability to remain mobile and upright for extended periods; lift, scan, and bag items; reach, stretch, and stoop; perform repetitive finger movements and precise machine adjustments; and maintain close visual acuity.
• Ability to occasionally lift or exert up to 20 pounds, frequently lift or exert up to 10 pounds, and consistently move objects with negligible force.
• Ability to accurately convey detailed spoken instructions and receive detailed information through oral communication.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service.
• Ability to become immunization certified and willingness to strive to provide patient immunizations once state requirements are met.
• Ability to work in the home store and at other locations across the market 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 support safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
• Provide caring patient service, including responding with empathy, creating personalized interactions, offering immunizations and other services where appropriate, and resolving or escalating patient concerns.
• Offer counseling, respond to medical questions, and collect patient medical history when appropriate under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Take telephonic prescriptions 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, including putting away medication deliveries, cycle counts, returns-to-stock, and waiting-bin inventories.
• Seek feedback and opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge, contribute to a high-performing team, and support a growth mindset.
• Remain flexible to scheduling and business needs, including voluntarily traveling to other stores in the market to work shifts when needed.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, and CVS policies and procedures, including those related to patient safety, controlled substances, recordkeeping, privacy, and security.
• Deliver additional patient health care services, such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and offsite clinic staffing, where allowable by law and supported by required training and certification.
• Where permissible, complete additional licensure and training requirements to obtain Technician Immunizer status and support vaccine preparation and administration.
• Educate patients about vaccines and refer vaccination questions to the Pharmacist-on-duty.
• Monitor for and respond to adverse reactions, report events as required, and collect, track, and document applicable patient information.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, and complete required training within the designated timeframe.
• Perform additional tasks as directed by a Supervisor or Manager.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources supporting colleagues’ and families’ well-being, based on eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed