Graduate Intern

Kroger•Troy, MO

About The Position

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. Support pharmacy workflow and pharmacist oversight through shift leadership, training, and assistance with pharmacy operations, while following applicable safety, privacy, and regulatory requirements. Assist the pharmacist with responsibilities except those requiring a pharmacist's professional judgment.

Requirements

At least 1 year of retail experience.
Completion of national and/or state intern registration, certification, or licensure, depending on state requirements.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Enrolled in an accredited pharmacy school program.
Certified or able to be certified in immunizations.
Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

National or state intern registration.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to understand and adhere to company limits on cash shortages and work honestly and effectively to control loss.
Ability to understand and adhere to guidelines on restricted-sale items such as alcohol, tobacco, fireworks, and videos.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Comply with and reinforce sanitation and safety regulations, guidelines, procedures, and programs; identify unsafe conditions and notify store management.
Serve as a pharmacy safety subject matter expert by recognizing opportunities and coaching associates as appropriate.
Support workflow and pharmacist oversight through shift leadership, station rotation delegation, and resolving issues.
Ensure department standards are executed by leading by example.
Assist the pharmacist with responsibilities except those requiring a pharmacist's professional judgment.
Perform the essential functions and tasks of a Pharmacy Certified Technician.
Understand and follow HIPAA regulations and company policies regarding HIPAA.
Support company Health and Wellness initiatives.
Maintain current national and/or state registration, certification, or licensure as required by the state.
Provide day-to-day training support for pharmacy associates and encourage, monitor, and assist new technicians through the technician training program.
Serve as an alternative representative for store-wide meetings and huddles.
Comply with local, state, and federal regulations and report illegal activity, including robbery, theft, or fraud.
Follow company guidelines for electronic fund transactions, including credit and debit cards, EBT, and gift cards, as well as cash and check transactions.
Enter patient information accurately and efficiently, perform post-fill audits (PFAs), and assist with providing and maintaining Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services.
Reinforce safety programs by following safety procedures, identifying unsafe conditions, practicing preventive maintenance, inspecting equipment, notifying store management of items needing repair, and reporting customer or employee accidents.