About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work within our retail pharmacy to provide essential support to our patients and the pharmacy team. This role focuses on maintaining a welcoming environment, ensuring accurate prescription processing, and assisting customers with their medication needs under the guidance of our pharmacists.
What you'll do#
- Welcome customers and answer questions about products throughout the store.
- Input patient and prescription data into the pharmacy system.
- Dispense medications, process third-party insurance claims, and contact prescribers for authorization.
- Provide drug counseling and assist customers with over-the-counter medication recommendations.
- Administer immunizations under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
- Manage inventory by checking incoming orders, stocking shelves, and returning unused stock.
- Maintain a clean and safe department, reporting any safety risks or incidents to management.
- Assist diverse groups, including minors, older adults, and individuals with special needs.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a US school of pharmacy.
- A current state-issued Pharmacy Intern license.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a busy environment while managing conflict in a professional manner.
- Commitment to honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
- Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
- Capacity to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
Location & details#
- Location: Thornton, Colorado.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Kroger
Kroger operates as a large retail company with a presence across 35 states. The organization manages 2,800 stores alongside 34 manufacturing plants and 44 distribution centers. It serves over 11 million customers daily through in-store shopping and e-commerce options. The company produces its own grocery items under various internal brands.
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