Pharmacy Intern

Meijer Pharmacy Intern

About the Role

The Meijer Pharmacy Intern Program is designed to develop pharmacy interns into future Meijer pharmacy leaders. This role focuses on enhancing the patient experience and health through operational excellence. Interns will be assigned to pharmacy sites and work designated hours, learning skills essential for community pharmacy practice at Meijer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop professional and leadership competencies expected of a future pharmacist.
• Assist customers with their needs and maintain positive relationships with patients, team members, and leadership.
• Maintain compliance with Meijer pharmacy, state, and federal legal requirements, including legal functions for pharmacy interns in the state of practice.
• Maintain an active educational license on file and renew it annually.
• Maintain a complete clinical documentation file and active CPR licensure documentation.
• Comply with all assigned training and complete specific training plans each year, including basic pharmacy skills and advanced experiential skills.
• Collaborate with a pharmacist preceptor for development, monitoring, and mentorship.
• Complete quarterly conversations with the preceptor to review training plans and assess professional development.
• Compile an electronic portfolio showcasing training completion and accomplishments for review during quarterly conversations and interviews for Meijer Pharmacist positions.
• Participate in immunization, medication therapy management, and health screening programs after applicable training.
• Maintain a minimum availability of 16-32 hours per month year-round, investing necessary time for learning and professional development.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Enrolled in an accredited pharmacy school.
• Hold a pharmacy intern license (state specific).
• Obtain an immunization training certificate as soon as available and applicable.
• Flexible availability and ability to assist as needs arise.
• Timely and dependable in completing requirements and scheduled shifts.
• Driven to stay current and competent in all pharmacy-related functions.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Empathy.
• Professional appearance and behavior.
• Self-motivated and diligent.
• Committed to team goals.