Pharmacy Intern, CVS Health

CVS Health

Location:
United States, El Dorado Hills

Category:
Pharmacy

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

24.00 - 42.00 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

As a Graduate Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health, you will gain hands-on experience in pharmacy practice, contribute to patient care, and develop skills for a future Pharmacist role. You will collaborate with pharmacy teams to improve patient health and experience, while complying with state and federal regulations. The role offers a structured training program, opportunities to expand clinical knowledge, and an inclusive work culture.

Job Responsibility:

Living our purpose by following company SOPs to manage and improve patient health
Following pharmacy workflow procedures for safe and accurate prescription fulfillment
Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care
Offering counseling, answering medical questions, and collecting information on patient medical history under supervision
Taking telephonic prescriptions and clarifying prescriptions with prescribers, where allowed by law
Performing inventory activities such as putting away medication deliveries and completing cycle counts
Providing in-the-moment coaching and training to team members while sharing best practices
Understanding and complying with all relevant laws, regulations, and CVS policies
Supporting immunizations, including preparing and administering vaccines, educating patients, and monitoring for adverse reactions.

Requirements:

PharmD graduate of a U.S. accredited program prior to beginning the Post-Graduate Training Program at CVS Health
Ability to obtain required pharmacist licensure within the required timeframe, per state guidelines
Must possess, or be in the process of obtaining, valid intern and/or technician licensure as required
Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
Ability to complete required training within designated timeframe
Attention and focus, ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time
Ability to pivot quickly from one task to another to meet patient and business needs
Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy, ensuring patient safety
Actively look for ways to help people in a friendly manner
Ability to notice and understand patients’ reactions, responding appropriately
Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written means
Mathematical reasoning to solve pharmacy-related problems
Identifying challenging patient or colleague interactions and choosing the best course of action
Physical demands including being mobile and remaining upright for extended periods, lifting or moving items up to 20 lbs.

Nice to have:

1+ years of related work experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
Ability to become immunization certified
Ability to work in home store and across the market as needed
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

What we offer:

Opportunities for professional growth
Hands-on experience
Comprehensive training roadmap
Exposure to innovative health care practices
Inclusion in a supportive work culture.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 30, 2025

Expiration:
May 01, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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