Pharmacist Grad Intern

About the role

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Enter patient's information into computer accurately and efficiently.
• Count and prepare specified product using company best practices.
• Complete any professional duties required for the fulfillment of prescriptions according to all applicable rules, regulations and laws.
• Follow the appropriate staging procedures.
• Maintain records on prescription volume.
• Perform any necessary production audits.
• Understand and adhere to shrink guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work station.
• Create an environment that enables all associates to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding roles and responsibilities throughout the facility.
• Interact with coworkers in a professional and positive manner.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures, identifying unsafe conditions and notifying management of unsafe practices and conditions.
• Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notifying the appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair.
• Notify management of employee accidents or close calls.
• Report all safety risks or issues and illegal activity, including robbery, theft or fraud.

Qualifications

• Minimum Other Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Minimum 18 years of age
• NABPLEX eligible within 90 days of hire
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA regulations
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information
• Basic math skills (i.e., counting, addition, and subtraction)

Skills

Desired Any pharmacy experience

Second language (speaking, reading, and/or writing)

Benefits

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.