Foreign Pharmacy Grad: Path to Pharmacist Licensure

CVS Health; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 120,347,000; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health offers a structured program for Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduates to complete required U.S. internship hours and prepare for pharmacist licensure, under direct supervision of licensed pharmacists.

The role emphasizes patient care, regulatory compliance, and pharmacy operations within a retail environment, with expectations to meet licensure timelines and participate in leadership and training activities.

Qualifications

• Foreign graduates must complete CVS internship within 18 months.
• Pharmacist licensure in the state within 120 days after internship.
• Doctorate (PharmD) or equivalent Pharmacist degree from a non-US accredited school.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service: greet customers courteously in-store and at drive-thru; assist with questions and concerns.
• Regulatory: maintain HIPAA compliance; ensure safety and compliance with laws and CVS SOPs.
• Pharmacy Operations: follow CVS workflow, process prescriptions, manage inventory, allergy safety, and aid in testing where applicable.
• Counseling: offer counseling and direct customers to pharmacist; communicate with healthcare professionals.
• Leadership: assist training of Pharmacy Support Staff; participate in store operations meetings.
• Education & Licensing: obtain necessary licensure within required timelines and support ongoing compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

PharmD or equivalent (non-US accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CVS Health offers a structured program for Non-US Accredited Foreign Graduates to complete required U.S. internship hours and prepare for pharmacist licensure, under direct supervision of licensed pharmacists.

The role emphasizes patient care, regulatory compliance, and pharmacy operations within a retail environment, with expectations to meet licensure timelines and participate in leadership and training activities.