Pharmacy Intern - Grad

CVS Health • Newark, OH

3d • $24 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

CVS Health Graduate Pharmacy Interns apply their pharmacy school learning in real-world practice and prepare for increasing responsibility as pharmacists. Under the direction of a preceptor and District Leader, the intern completes a comprehensive training roadmap within 120 days of graduation, gaining knowledge of store, district, and regional operations. Training and hands-on experience deepen understanding of patient safety, error prevention, quality assurance and drug utilization review, professional standards, corresponding responsibility, and red-flag detection.

The intern supports pharmacy operations so prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, and patients receive caring service. The role involves following standard operating procedures and pharmacy workflow practices, communicating effectively, and contributing to a safe, inclusive team culture. With increased tenure and readiness, the intern takes on greater accountability for pharmacy management, oversight, and operations, while working under appropriate supervision and within applicable laws and regulations.

The position may also involve supporting immunizations, point-of-care testing, and offsite clinics where allowed by law and supported by required training and certification. The posting identifies this as a part-time position. The stated typical pay range is $23.75–$42.00.

Requirements

• PharmD graduate of a U.S.-accredited program before beginning the CVS Health Post-Graduate Training Program.
• Ability to obtain required pharmacist licensure within the timeframe specified by state guidelines; failure to obtain licensure within 120 days of graduation results in separation of employment.
• Possess, or be in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure as required.
• Ability to complete required training within the designated timeframe.
• Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to concentrate, shift quickly between tasks, and confirm prescription information and label accuracy.
• Ability to provide friendly customer service, recognize patient reactions, and respond appropriately.
• Verbal and written communication skills, including active listening.
• Mathematical reasoning skills to calculate quantities, days’ supply, and bottle counts for prescriptions.
• Problem-resolution skills for challenging patient or colleague interactions.
• Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including standing or remaining upright for extended periods and lifting or exerting force as described.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service.
• Ability and willingness to become immunization certified once state regulations are met.
• Ability to work in the home store and across other locations in the market to meet business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Follow company SOPs and pharmacy workflow procedures at workstations including production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off to support safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
• Provide caring patient service, including creating personalized interactions, offering immunizations and other services, and resolving or escalating patient concerns.
• Offer counseling, address medical questions, and obtain relevant 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 permitted 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 opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge, contribute to a high-performing team, and respond constructively to feedback.
• Remain flexible to scheduling and business needs and travel voluntarily to other stores in the market for shifts as needed.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, CVS policies, and procedures, including requirements for patient safety, controlled-substance dispensing and recordkeeping, and patient privacy and security.
• Deliver additional patient health care services, such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and voluntary staffing at offsite clinics, when allowed by law and supported by required training and certification.
• Where permitted, complete licensure and training requirements for Technician Immunizer status; educate patients about vaccines and obtain informed consent; monitor for and respond to adverse reactions and report events; and review, collect, track, and document patient information.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, and complete required training within designated timeframes.
• Verify prescription information and label accuracy and use mathematical reasoning to determine quantities and days’ supply.
• Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues, listen actively, identify challenging interactions, and select appropriate problem-resolution steps.
• Perform the physical duties of the role, including remaining upright for extended periods, handling and lifting items, reaching, repetitive finger movements, precision control, stooping, and close visual work.

Benefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Access to certain voluntary benefits
• Other programs supporting colleagues’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being, subject to hours worked and eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree