Pharmacy Graduate Intern (Non-US Education)

Walgreens•Manassas, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Graduate Intern (Non-US Education) engages in post-graduate pharmacy activities under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements. This role provides pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding effective medication usage, drug interactions, and offers preventive healthcare services like immunizations. The intern is responsible for the proper compounding, dispensation, review, and verification of prescribed medications in adherence to regulatory guidelines, company policies, and procedures. The position supports the efficient workflow of the pharmacy and assists the pharmacy manager in optimizing pharmacy financials, inventory management, and enhancing customer experience. Walgreens Boots Alliance is a global leader in retail pharmacy, impacting millions of lives daily through dispensing medicines and providing accessible, high-quality care. With over 170 years of trusted healthcare heritage, the company meets customer and patient needs through convenient retail locations, digital platforms, and health and beauty products. WBA has a presence in more than 25 countries, employs over 450,000 people, and operates more than 21,000 stores. WBA's purpose is to help people lead healthier and happier lives, contributing to healthy communities, a healthy planet, an inclusive workplace, and a sustainable marketplace. The company is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and has been included in FORTUNE’s list of the World’s Most Admired Companies for 28 consecutive years.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from accredited University outside the United States
Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
Intern permit/certificate issued by the respective Board of Pharmacy, if required? (Note – If you live in a state that does NOT require an Intern permit/certificate, response is "yes")
Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the respective Board of Pharmacy in the states within the district within 45 days of completion of intern hours.
Certified Immunizer or willing to become an immunizer within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services.
Resolves customer issues in a timely manner and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
Develops strong relationships with most valuable customers by anticipating customer needs and proactively offering services.
Supports efforts on enhancing customer experience by increasing focus on healthcare services (e.g. patient consultation, medication management, drug therapy reviews, and perform retail, clinical, or wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness) thereby promoting the shift of the pharmacy role from transactional to interpersonal.
Participates and assists in community events as requested by Store Manager, Healthcare Supervisor, District Manager or Pharmacy Manager.
Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, counsels patients and answers their questions regarding usage of medicine, side effects, interactions, contraindications, patient information privacy, generics, less expensive medicines, over-the-counter products, and refers to medical provider as needed to ensure medication is taken correctly, health needs addressed, and satisfaction with service.
Performs pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
Reviews, interprets and accurately dispenses prescribed medications when necessitated by workload.
Ensures the pharmacy operates in accordance to regulations, company policies and standards.
Assists pharmacy manager with establishing procedures that promotes the efficient workflow of the pharmacy including assigning roles, coordinating activities and soliciting employee suggestions.
Responsible for the opening and closing of the pharmacy and shift change duties.
Ensures the use of all elements of the Good Faith Dispensing policy in conjunction with state and federal controlled substance laws when filling prescriptions.
Maintains current knowledge of information technology associated with pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, automation, StoreNET to provide support to customers as well as pharmacy staff.
Proposes and implements enhancements to pharmacy systems to further promote productivity.
Ensures the accurate processing of insurance claims to resolve customer issues and prevent payment rejections.
Follows- up with insurance companies as well as medical providers and participates in 3rd party audit.
Follows-up with medical providers’ offices to clarify prescribed medications, dosages, refills, interactions and allergies to suggest alternative medications, and answer medical provider questions.
Performs retail, clinical, and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, diabetes awareness and other preventive healthcare services.
Assists and supports the pharmacy manager in analyzing performance data including pharmacy financial, customer service, and implementation of procedures for pharmacy asset protection and inventory management.
Reviews KPI’s with Pharmacy Manager, Store Manager, and Healthcare Supervisor.
Develops and maintains good relationships with local medical community including physicians, nurses, and other health care providers.
Participates in community outreach activities to promote the pharmacy business and further enhance growth opportunities.
Partners with Central Pharmacy Operations for customer registration, 3rd party reviews, and assists with resolving customer issues to support the Well Experience locations.
In virtual environments, conducts virtual product review by following specific company procedures and guidelines (e.g. using specific photographs taken by the technicians sent electronically during the F4 process and reduce transactional tasks).
Assists the Pharmacy Manager with staff hiring and training.
Reinforces the direction of Pharmacy Manager in staff performance by coaching, and providing constructive feedback, monitoring customer service, and fostering employee development.
Promotes teamwork and motivates team members by establishing expectations, monitors and recognizes progress, and fosters a shared vision.
Maintains current knowledge and skills related to pharmacy and healthcare by reading pharmacy related journals, company publications, and communications.
Maintains awareness of developments in retail and management and pursues best practices that would enhance performance.
Obtains necessary certifications, education credits and training such as People Plus Learning modules as required by the Company.
Seeks professional development by monitoring one’s performance, solicits for constructive feedback, and leverages pharmacy manager and store manager as mentor and coach.
Supports the Pharmacy Manager and Store Manager by communicating relevant corporate health and wellness services or strategy information to pharmacy staff.