Pharmacy Intern Year

$34,320 - $52,000/Yr

Walgreens Boots Alliance - McLean, VA

Full-time - Intern

McLean, VA

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

The Pharmacy Intern position at Walgreens is designed for individuals enrolled in a pharmacy program who are eager to learn and provide exceptional patient experiences. The role involves assisting pharmacists and pharmacy team members in compliance with state and federal regulations, utilizing pharmacy systems to process prescriptions, and delivering outstanding customer service. Interns will gain practical experience in pharmacy operations while developing strong relationships with customers and enhancing their knowledge of pharmacy practices.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services.
• Resolve customer issues and answer questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Model and share customer service best practices with team members.
• Develop strong relationships with customers.
• Assist in the practice of pharmacy under the supervision of the pharmacist.
• Review and comply with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
• Perform duties assigned by the pharmacist in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Assist pharmacists in delivering patient care and services within the state scope of practice for pharmacy interns.
• Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty.
• Register all related sales on the cash register and handle cash as required.
• Assist customers in locating products in the OTC aisle.
• Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
• Support inventory management activities in the Pharmacy Department.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the Pharmacy Department.
• Complete special assignments and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English is required.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.50 to $25.00 per hour based on various factors.
• Opportunities for training and personal development in healthcare and pharmacy.