Pharmacy Grad Intern Covering the Connecticut Market Area

Northeast Grocery; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Full time

Job summary

Price Chopper/Market 32 is seeking a Pharmacy Intern in Connecticut. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to gain practical experience in meeting patient needs and supporting pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities include assisting with prescriptions, inventory, immunization counseling, and patient communication in a confidential manner. The role involves immunization administration for adults under supervision when eligible, following state law.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete first professional year of pharmacy study.
• Preferable to have been a pharmacy teammate for minimum of 6 months.
• State licensed pharmacy intern permit where applicable.
• 1 year previous experience in a community pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

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Skills

Customer service

Judgement

Communication

Pharmacy laws

Billing procedures

Education

First professional year of pharmacy study

Pharmacy intern permit

1 year community pharmacy experience

Pharmacy teammate experience (6 months)

Job description

Salary: $27.50

SUMMARY

All work performed will be under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to gain practical experience in how to meet the needs of patients and pharmacy business. Assists the pharmacist in all professional tasks related to preparation of prescriptions with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency. Assists the pharmacist with inventory management. Counsels patients and takes prescriptions over the phone from prescribers. Provides excellent customer service including prescription intake, communicating on the telephone, assisting our customers and counseling patients in a confidential manner. Participates in all corporate programs and initiatives as requested. Provides fast, friendly, helpful and efficient service to all Price Chopper and Market 32 customers. Understands the most up to date ACIP immunization schedule and makes appropriate immunization recommendations in accordance with state law. Assists with required immunization counseling, paperwork, and documentation. Completes assigned Medication Therapy Management interventions including patient outreach, documentation, counseling, and billing. Licensed Pharmacy Interns that have completed the APhA immunization certificate training and satisfied all State and Price Chopper requirements to immunize, may administer immunizations to adults under the direct supervision and consent of a licensed pharmacist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Friendly, helpful and outstanding attitude and superior customer service skills
• Exercises good judgement
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective communications; verbal and written
• Professional communication skill with the Pharmacy Team and patients
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations pertaining to pharmacy
• Knowledge of common insurance plans and billing procedures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must successfully complete first professional year of pharmacy study
• Preferable to have been a pharmacy teammate for minimum of 6 months.
• State licensed pharmacy intern permit where applicable
• 1 year previous experience in a community pharmacy preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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EQUIPMENT USED

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Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.