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Pharmacy Intern

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CVS Health

Jan 23, 2025

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Miramar

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

  • Patient Safety
  • Pharmacy Professional Practice
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Quality Assurance
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Workflow Management excluding final prescription verification
  • 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

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health?

The primary responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, maintaining pharmacy professional practice, adhering to regulatory requirements, quality assurance, providing customer service, managing inventory, and facilitating workflow management under the 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 as required, and have 0-3 years of relevant work experience.

Is prior pharmacy experience required for this internship?

No, 0-3 years of relevant work experience is acceptable, so prior pharmacy experience is not required.

What skills are preferred for candidates applying for this position?

Preferred skills include immunization eligibility, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), and striving to provide patient immunizations once state regulations are met.

What is the typical pay range for this Pharmacy Intern role?

The typical pay range for this role is $18.00 per hour.

What requirements must be completed before starting the position?

Candidates must complete all required training within state guidelines and obtain the necessary licensure (if applicable) within the specified timeframe.

Will the Pharmacy Intern have the opportunity to interact with patients?

Yes, as a Pharmacy Intern, you will play a significant role in patient care and will need to display empathy and compassion towards patients and customers.

Is attendance at the pharmacy required during nights and weekends?

Yes, regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, is required for this role.

What does the work environment for a Pharmacy Intern look like?

The work environment involves delivering exceptional care in a retail pharmacy setting, ensuring a safe and effective practice while being part of a collaborative team.

When does the application window for this position close?

The application window for this opening is anticipated to close on 04/21/2025.

Bringing our heart to every moment of your health.

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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.