Pharmacy Intern

Pharmacy Intern

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist or other supervisory/management-level position in the facility, obtains new patient's clinical and prescription plan coverage information, review new prescription and/or prescription. This position is categorized as compliance critical and, as such, requires and is assigned specific responsibility for ensuring continual and proper compliance with all division, corporate and regulatory requirements.

Hours: Must be able to work 10-20 hours per week onsite while completing Pharmacy degree.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Good project management skills
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Good analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills to evaluate business problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions
• Must be eager to learn, self-motivated, flexible, accountable and can effectively handle multiple tasks at one time
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Knowledge of computers to operate effectively with PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook

Education:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on patient care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Basic knowledge of pharmacology, medication management, and pharmacy law.
• Proficient in computer skills, including pharmacy software and electronic health records (EHR).

Knowledge and Skills:

• Previous pharmacy experience (internship, externship, or work experience) is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with community pharmacy operations and institutional pharmacy practices.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care and maintaining professional standards.

Work Environment:

• The Pharmacy Intern will work in a community pharmacy within an institutional setting, interacting with a diverse patient population and collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required, including availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits:

• Hands-on experience in a dynamic pharmacy environment.
• Opportunity to develop practical skills and enhance clinical knowledge.
• Mentorship from experienced pharmacists and healthcare professionals.
• Networking opportunities within the healthcare community