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CVS Health

12d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Seabrook

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program, hold or pursue intern licensure, and have strong communication skills. Ability to lift 20 lbs and complete training is required.
  • You will support patient care, ensure safety and compliance, manage workflow and inventory, provide customer service, and foster a collaborative team culture focused on health and empathy.

Requirements

  • Accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy
  • 0-3 years relevant work experience
  • Must possess or be in process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure as required
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Complete all required training within state guidelines and required timeframe
  • Ability to:
  • Have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
  • Be mobile and remain upright for extended periods of time
  • Lift, scan, and bag items
  • Finger Dexterity: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm
  • Reach overhead; able to stretch or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs to grasp items
  • Extend hand(s) and arm(s) multiple directions to place, move, or lift items
  • Precision control: able to adjust machines to exact positions
  • Stoop to a considerable degree and requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles to move items between low and high positions, including bending spine at the waist
  • Visual Acuity: Close visual acuity to perform activities such as: transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts
  • Able to orally communicate information and instructions to colleagues and customers
  • Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs; exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
  • Ability To:
  • Have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
  • Complete any additional tasks as directed by supervisor or manager
  • Complete all required training and obtain required licensure (if applicable) within state guidelines
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Immunization eligibility
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Once state regulations are met, pharmacy interns should be striving to provide patient immunizations as this is an essential pharmacist function

Responsibilities

  • Lead with Heart – display empathy and compassion for your patients, customers, caregivers, and colleagues on your team
  • Seek new ways to grow, collaborate with others, and deliver better outcomes
  • Align others around our purpose to bring your heart to every moment of your health and gain support and commitment
  • Facilitate a team culture that promotes caring, energy, enthusiasm, and pride
  • Keep your customers and patients healthy through adoption and management of patient care programs
  • Ensure a safe and effective Retail Pharmacy work environment that delivers exceptional care to each patient
  • Execute Patient Safety
  • Conduct Pharmacy Professional Practice
  • Adhere to Regulatory Requirements
  • Implement Quality Assurance
  • Provide Customer Service
  • Manage Inventory Management
  • Oversee Workflow Management excluding final prescription verification

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a pharmacy intern at CVS Health?

The primary responsibility of a pharmacy intern at CVS Health is to ensure patient safety and deliver exceptional care in a Retail Pharmacy work environment, all while working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

What qualifications are required to apply for the pharmacy intern position?

Applicants must be accepted into or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited college or school of pharmacy, possess or be in the process of obtaining valid intern and/or technician licensure, and have 0-3 years of relevant work experience.

Is prior pharmacy experience required for this role?

No, prior pharmacy experience is not required; however, 0-3 years of relevant work experience is preferred.

Are pharmacy interns expected to work nights and weekends?

Yes, pharmacy interns are expected to have regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.

What is the pay range for the pharmacy intern position?

The typical pay range for the pharmacy intern role is $18.50 - $42.00.

What skills are important for a pharmacy intern to possess?

Important skills for a pharmacy intern include strong communication and presentation skills, the ability to work with various physical tasks, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Will pharmacy interns be involved in immunizations?

Yes, once state regulations are met, pharmacy interns should strive to provide patient immunizations, as this is an essential pharmacist function.

What is CVS Health’s approach to health care?

CVS Health is focused on increasing access, lowering costs, and improving the quality of care, while pioneering a bold new approach to total health care.

What training is required for pharmacy interns?

Pharmacy interns are required to complete all necessary training and obtain required licensure within state guidelines and the set timeframe.

Is there any support for applicants with arrest or conviction records?

Yes, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.

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CVS Health

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1963
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

CVS Health is a healthcare innovation company that operates retail pharmacies, manages pharmacy benefits, and provides health services through its MinuteClinic and HealthHUB locations. Their ultimate aim is to improve the quality of life for communities by making healthcare more accessible and affordable. CVS Health focuses on driving healthier outcomes and reducing healthcare costs, using its comprehensive range of services and products to support individuals on their health journey.