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Giant Eagle, Inc.

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
  • Pittsburgh

AI generated summary

  • You will contribute to a service-oriented pharmacy, build patient relationships, and ensure safe, accurate care and customer service for optimal outcomes.
  • You will manage inventory, assist patients, finalize sales, ensure compliance, and support efficient medication dispensing while maintaining a clean work environment and following company policies.

Requirements

  • As a Pharmacy Intern, you’ll be a key part of our team. You’ll bring your skills and expertise to Giant Eagle and contribute toward the creation of a service conscious pharmacy. You’ll also build relationships with patients that exceed their expectations. And provide safe, accurate and efficient care and customer service in order to achieve the best patient, Team Member and company outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain proper inventory levels by submitting on line order, adding and adjusting order points, order quantities and on-hand counts in the computer and assisting manager in preparation of physical inventories
  • Maintain a neat and clean work environment to ensure Company and government requirements are met.
  • File written prescriptions daily.
  • Assist Team Members with tasks to ensure department runs efficiently.
  • Review all appropriate service and business metrics and assist team on action plans to improve outcome.
  • Perform all regular duties of Pharmacy Technician.
  • Welcome and acknowledge patients at all pharmacy entry points immediately and with compassion and a smile.
  • Model excellent patient care by respecting, engaging and enthusiastically meeting or exceeding all patient needs including processing orders in person and by phone, directing patients to products and merchandise and referring appropriate questions concerning prescriptions and over the counter medicine to the pharmacist.
  • Finalize sales using cash register according to established procedures including the point of sale policies.
  • Perform all supporting duties to contribute to the safe and efficient dispensing of all patient medication and durable medical equipment by following all quality assurance policy and procedures including the selection and counting of medication.
  • Comply with all Giant Eagle and Pharmacy policies including HIPAA and pseudoephedrine regulations.
  • Enter patient personal data and insurance information.
  • Enter all prescription information including calculations, free form directions, medication and durable medical equipment specifications.
  • Ensure proper documentation for transmitting information to insurance companies, reviewing profiles for appropriate billing choices.
  • Alert pharmacists appropriately for drug utilization reviews, calling and resolving third party rejections and rebilling claims, entering and processing refills and adding patients to Refills on Time Program.
  • Process medical expense reports.
  • Assist in the execution of all company initiatives and programs.

FAQs

What is the main role of a Pharmacy Intern at Giant Eagle?

The main role of a Pharmacy Intern at Giant Eagle is to contribute to the creation of a service-conscious pharmacy through safe, accurate, and efficient care and customer service, while also building strong relationships with patients.

What educational background is required for this position?

A high school degree or equivalent is required, along with current enrollment in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy degree program.

How much experience is required for this role?

This position requires 0 to 6 months of experience.

What certification or license is necessary for applying to be a Pharmacy Intern?

An active in-state Pharmacy Intern License is required to apply for this position.

What are some key responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

Key responsibilities include maintaining inventory, filing prescriptions, assisting team members, modeling excellent patient care, processing medication orders, complying with company policies, and entering patient and prescription information.

Is there a physical lifting requirement for this job?

Yes, the position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

How should a Pharmacy Intern interact with patients?

A Pharmacy Intern should welcome and acknowledge patients with compassion and a smile, engaging and enthusiastically meeting or exceeding all patient needs.

What tasks will a Pharmacy Intern assist with to ensure department efficiency?

A Pharmacy Intern will assist with filing prescriptions, managing inventory, performing duties of a Pharmacy Technician, and helping Team Members with various tasks to ensure the department runs smoothly.

What compliance measures must a Pharmacy Intern adhere to?

A Pharmacy Intern must comply with all Giant Eagle and Pharmacy policies, including HIPAA regulations and pseudoephedrine regulations.

What kind of documentation is a Pharmacy Intern responsible for?

A Pharmacy Intern is responsible for entering patient personal data and insurance information, documenting prescription details, and ensuring proper documentation for transmitting information to insurance companies.

Giant Eagle, Inc.

This is my Giant Eagle. Make it yours, too!

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1-10
Employees
1931
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Giant Eagle strives to be a best place to work in the eyes of the nearly 36,000 individuals who work in our stores, pharmacies, warehouses and in our corporate offices. At Giant Eagle, you'll have the opportunity to develop a real career with countless opportunities for you to grow with us. The way we conduct business and treat one another – our Team Members, customers, community members and valued partners – defines what the Giant Eagle culture is all about. Our Purpose Beyond Profit is "We are one Giant Eagle Family. Together, we provide our communities with life's essentials, so our neighbors have the opportunity to thrive." We do this by staying true to our Core Values: Respect All: We go out of our way to treat our guests and one another with kindness and dignity. Think Team: We value different viewpoints and love working together as family. See It, Own It: We keep our heads up, see opportunity and take action. Work Smart: We find ways to simplify. Live Well: We help everyone live a healthy, balance life. Do Right: We are ethical, giving, and good stewards of the world around us. Founded in 1931, Giant Eagle is one of the 40 largest family-operated companies in the US and operates Giant Eagle, GetGo and Market District stores. As we continue to grow and expand, our commitment to our core values and the well-being of our Team Members, customers, and our communities is as strong as ever. We listen to what you have to say and do everything we can to provide a safe, caring, family-oriented environment. To learn more about the benefits we have to offer, please visit jobs.gianteagle.com.