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Duane Reade Pharmacy Intern

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Walgreens

17d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Jersey City

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a Pharmacy program, fluent in English, flexible with schedule, preferably have retail experience, good math skills, and we consider applicants with arrest records.
  • You will assist customers, support pharmacists, manage inventory, ensure a clean workspace, and perform pharmacy duties while maintaining knowledge of healthcare developments.

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program.
  • Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico).
  • Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
  • Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
  • Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens.
  • Prefer good math skills so you can fill prescriptions accurately, including counting, measuring and weighing medications.
  • We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Responsibilities

  • Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues 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 customers.
  • Learn from store and pharmacy team members, field leadership, team members and customers/patients
  • Under the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy. Reviews and complies with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
  • Performs duties as assigned and supervised by the pharmacist in accordance with Walgreens standard operating procedures for entering, third party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
  • Assists pharmacists and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care and services that are within the state scope of practice for pharmacy interns including patient counseling and other health services (i.e. blood pressure, medication therapy management).
  • Immediately reports prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
  • Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing
  • Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required. Takes customer to OTC aisle when possible to assist in locating products.
  • Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including those to physicians.
  • Assists and supports Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, such as, ordering, unpacking, checking and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals. Maintains knowledge of Company asset protection techniques, and files claims for warehouse overages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damaged goods involving Rx drugs.
  • Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat and orderly in condition and appearance.
  • Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
  • Complete special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
  • Complete required training
  • Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy, including latest news and developments.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Duane Reade Pharmacy Intern?

The main responsibilities include assisting the pharmacist and pharmacy team members, engaging with customers to provide a positive experience, processing prescriptions, and adhering to state and federal regulations.

Is this position suitable for someone who is not enrolled in a pharmacy program?

No, this position requires candidates to be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in a pharmacy program and must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. They should also be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Are there preferred qualifications for this internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include six months of experience in a retail environment, prior work experience with Walgreens, and good math skills for accurate prescription filling.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is $16.50 per hour to $25.00 per hour, depending on various factors such as geography, skills, abilities, education, and experience.

What kind of training will be provided to pharmacy interns?

Pharmacy interns will be required to complete training, maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy, and stay updated on the latest news and developments in the field.

Will pharmacy interns be handling customer transactions?

Yes, pharmacy interns are responsible for registering all related sales on an assigned cash register and handling cash as required.

How should pharmacy interns report prescription errors?

Pharmacy interns must immediately report any prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and adhere to the company's policies and procedures regarding pharmacy errors.

Is there an opportunity for employment for individuals with arrest and conviction records?

Yes, Walgreens considers the employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

When does the application for this position close?

This role will remain open until filled, so candidates can apply at any time until a hire is made.

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Walgreens

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Walgreens is a leading pharmacy and retail company in the United States, providing a wide range of health and wellness products, prescription medications, and services. Their ultimate aim is to champion the health and well-being of communities by offering convenient and accessible healthcare solutions. Walgreens focuses on improving health outcomes and ensuring that customers have access to essential health services and products.