Pharmacy Intern: Immunizations & Patient Counseling

Walgreens; Chesterfield Shores (MI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is seeking a Pharmacist-in-Training to perform post-graduate pharmacy activities under supervision, ensuring compliance with state guidelines and company policies. You will counsel customers on medications, manage drug interactions, and provide preventive services such as immunizations.

The role supports pharmacy workflow, reviews insurance, and assists in optimizing financial and inventory performance while enhancing customer experience in Walgreens locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from accredited university outside the United States.
• FPGEC certification.
• Intern permit/certificate issued by Board of Pharmacy.
• Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 45 days.
• Certified Immunizer or willing to become one within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient counseling on medication usage, side effects, interactions, and privacy.
• Perform pharmacy tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification and medication management.
• Dispense prescribed medications accurately and in compliance with regulations and policies.
• Support pharmacy operations, improve workflow, and inventory management.

Skills

Customer service

Pharmacy counseling

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (outside US)

FPGEC

Intern permit/certificate

Licensure readiness within 45 days

Immunizer certification

Tools

Intercom Plus

StoreNET

Pharmacy registers

Automation systems

Job description

Walgreens is seeking a Pharmacist-in-Training to perform post-graduate pharmacy activities under supervision, ensuring compliance with state guidelines and company policies. You will counsel customers on medications, manage drug interactions, and provide preventive services such as immunizations.

The role supports pharmacy workflow, reviews insurance, and assists in optimizing financial and inventory performance while enhancing customer experience in Walgreens locations.