Foreign Pharmacy Grad - International Pharmacy Intern

CVS Health•Flatwoods, KY

15d•$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 pharmacy internship hours. Interns follow a mixed-modality learning plan and must successfully complete the internship within 18 months. They are expected to obtain pharmacist licensure 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. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the intern supports a safe and effective retail pharmacy environment and provides patient and customer care. The position develops knowledge and skills in diverse patient care, pharmacy practice management, leadership, and education, and prepares the intern for required pharmacist licensure exams and processes. Responsibilities span customer service, regulatory compliance, pharmacy operations, workflow, inventory, quality assurance, and support for patient-care programs. The intern must not perform final prescription verification. This is a full-time position. The stated typical pay range is $30.00–$42.00. The role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on 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.
Passed 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 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 additional tasks as directed by a supervisor or manager and complete required training and licensure within guidelines.
Ability to lift and exert up to 20 pounds 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 (preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Once state regulations are met, willingness and ability to immunize, an essential pharmacist function.

Responsibilities

Greet customers courteously in-store and at the drive-through; answer questions, respond to telephone calls, and seek help or solutions to maximize customer satisfaction.
Perform approved register transactions, bag merchandise, and create personalized customer interactions.
Maintain patient confidentiality under HIPAA and company standards, comply with federal and state laws and regulations, and follow CVS policies and standard operating procedures.
Process prescriptions, including translating SIG codes, selecting products, counting and measuring drugs, handling vials and bottles, and labeling prescriptions; do not perform final prescription verification.
Resolve third-party rejections and complete manual claim forms; perform prescription pickup procedures according to policy.
Access, enter, and retrieve information using the workstation.
Maintain inventory and replenishment using applicable reports and procedures, and assist with putting away drug orders except CII drugs, as permitted by law.
Provide additional healthcare services as permitted by state regulation, 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 refer customers to the pharmacist when appropriate; field medical questions when appropriate and interact with healthcare professionals to support optimal care.
When applicable, solicit relevant medical history to support appropriate medical advice, and practice and develop pharmacist duties according to law.
Support patient-care programs and contribute to patient safety, professional pharmacy practice, quality assurance, customer service, and workflow management.
Support the pharmacy manager in motivating, inspiring, and developing pharmacy support staff, balancing assignments, and addressing development opportunities and knowledge gaps.
Identify business opportunities and solutions to improve pharmacy growth and performance, and lead the team toward specified goals.
Adapt plans to changes in the community healthcare setting, collaborate with others, and align colleagues around the organization’s purpose.
Help foster a caring, energetic, enthusiastic, and proud team culture; 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 based on business needs and the workflow model; coordinate or implement training and development for pharmacy support staff.
Complete all required training programs and meet applicable state and federal licensure requirements within the required timeframe.