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Pharmacy interns in the U.S. typically hold F-1 status during their studies, with many seeking H-1B sponsorship to transition to full-time pharmacist roles. Employers may sponsor interns who demonstrate strong performance during rotations and align with specialty pharmacy needs or retail operations. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Worker Type: PRN
Job Summary:
As part of training to become a pharmacist is able to perform all duties of a pharmacy tech and works closely with the pharmacist to develop additional skills to the level of their current education. Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Works only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and may not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist. Interacts with customers, answers phones, processes insurance billing, runs the cash register and participates in record keeping requirements.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide customer service through greeting and acknowledging every customer, is knowledgeable of merchandise and assists customers within the pharmacy. Informs patients when delays are encountered with filling their prescriptions.
- Answers telephones and emails, responding to all inquiries which do not require the attention of a pharmacist. Records complete messages for follow up by another pharmacy member.
- Maintains electronic records related to patient profile, insurance and new, transferred or discontinued prescriptions.
- Performs all duties of a pharmacy technician. Bills insurance and/or customers for prescriptions and merchandise and can resolve questions and/or insurance rejections through proper channels. Uses an understanding of Medication Therapy Management (MTM) programs from different insurers to identify and flag qualifying patients. Maintains patient charges, payroll deductions and monthly billing per local policy. Follow appropriate cash handling and register procedures.
- Assembles/prepares/compounds medications for inpatient and outpatient use. Ensures that all doses are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing/delivery to nursing units. Accurately and efficiently prepares IV medications including parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy.
- Assures medications are available for patients by assisting in inventory control including: ordering, checking in orders, stocking shelves, updating the computerized inventory system, rotating stock, processing recalls and conducting quarterly inspections of all areas where drugs are stored in the pharmacy for outdated and unusable medications and quarantining them in a separate area from usable stock.
- Fills medication carts and/or medication dispensing machines. Regularly sorts and puts away returned meds. Prepares hand packs. Prepares infusion products utilizing appropriate sterile technique procedures.
- Follows all procedures for documenting and dispensing controlled substances. Handles controlled substances in a manner that ensures accountability and security.
- Under Pharmacist supervision, counsel and/or provide information on drugs, their pharmacological action, dosage, contraindications, reactions, etc., to physicians, nurses, patients, and other interested parties as warranted, and with discretion.
- Under Pharmacist supervision, determine that medication dispensed to patients is correct as to drug, route of administration, strength, and expiration date. Review patient medication profiles and/or chart to ensure the accuracy of the drug and/or dosage ordered when appropriate.
- Under Pharmacist supervision, make routine rounds as required to obtain current patient information and provide professional services to customers.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience
Experience
No experience required
Physical Requirements
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
- Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Rare climbing.
Required Professional License And/Or Certifications
None
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type: Employee
Department: 3902000100 CHS Pharmacy
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
BENEFITS
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
- Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
- Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
- Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits
SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
INTRODUCTION
It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Worker Type: PRN
Job Summary:
As part of training to become a pharmacist is able to perform all duties of a pharmacy tech and works closely with the pharmacist to develop additional skills to the level of their current education. Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Works only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and may not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist. Interacts with customers, answers phones, processes insurance billing, runs the cash register and participates in record keeping requirements.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide customer service through greeting and acknowledging every customer, is knowledgeable of merchandise and assists customers within the pharmacy. Informs patients when delays are encountered with filling their prescriptions.
- Answers telephones and emails, responding to all inquiries which do not require the attention of a pharmacist. Records complete messages for follow up by another pharmacy member.
- Maintains electronic records related to patient profile, insurance and new, transferred or discontinued prescriptions.
- Performs all duties of a pharmacy technician. Bills insurance and/or customers for prescriptions and merchandise and can resolve questions and/or insurance rejections through proper channels. Uses an understanding of Medication Therapy Management (MTM) programs from different insurers to identify and flag qualifying patients. Maintains patient charges, payroll deductions and monthly billing per local policy. Follow appropriate cash handling and register procedures.
- Assembles/prepares/compounds medications for inpatient and outpatient use. Ensures that all doses are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing/delivery to nursing units. Accurately and efficiently prepares IV medications including parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy.
- Assures medications are available for patients by assisting in inventory control including: ordering, checking in orders, stocking shelves, updating the computerized inventory system, rotating stock, processing recalls and conducting quarterly inspections of all areas where drugs are stored in the pharmacy for outdated and unusable medications and quarantining them in a separate area from usable stock.
- Fills medication carts and/or medication dispensing machines. Regularly sorts and puts away returned meds. Prepares hand packs. Prepares infusion products utilizing appropriate sterile technique procedures.
- Follows all procedures for documenting and dispensing controlled substances. Handles controlled substances in a manner that ensures accountability and security.
- Under Pharmacist supervision, counsel and/or provide information on drugs, their pharmacological action, dosage, contraindications, reactions, etc., to physicians, nurses, patients, and other interested parties as warranted, and with discretion.
- Under Pharmacist supervision, determine that medication dispensed to patients is correct as to drug, route of administration, strength, and expiration date. Review patient medication profiles and/or chart to ensure the accuracy of the drug and/or dosage ordered when appropriate.
- Under Pharmacist supervision, make routine rounds as required to obtain current patient information and provide professional services to customers.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience
Experience
No experience required
Physical Requirements
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
- Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Rare climbing.
Required Professional License And/Or Certifications
None
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type: Employee
Department: 3902000100 CHS Pharmacy
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
BENEFITS
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
- Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
- Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
- Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits
SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Pharmacy Intern
Use CPT for pharmacy rotations and internships
PharmD students on F-1 visas use Curricular Practical Training for required pharmacy rotations and internships. CPT is authorized through your pharmacy school's international student office — the employer or hospital doesn't need to file any visa paperwork.
Plan your OPT timeline around licensure and full-time hiring
After completing your PharmD, OPT gives you 12 months to work full-time as a pharmacist while pursuing licensure. If your program qualifies for STEM OPT, you get 36 months — enough time to pass boards and secure H-1B sponsorship.
Focus on clinical specialization during rotations
Develop expertise in high-demand areas like oncology, infectious disease, or ambulatory care during your rotations. Specialized clinical skills make employers far more willing to sponsor H-1B for full-time pharmacist positions after graduation.
Understand state licensure timing requirements
Most states require pharmacy licensure before starting work as a pharmacist. Plan your CPT and OPT timeline alongside board exam preparation so you're licensed and authorized to work when full-time positions open up.
Target hospital systems and specialty pharmacies
Large health systems like Kaiser Permanente and specialty pharmacy companies frequently convert strong pharmacy interns to full-time sponsored roles, particularly in oncology, transplant, or rare disease medications requiring specialized clinical knowledge.
Build relationships during APPE rotations
Use Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience rotations to network with preceptors and hiring managers. Strong rotation performance is the most reliable path to a return offer with full-time employment and eventual H-1B sponsorship.
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Do pharmacy interns qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Pharmacy interns typically don't qualify for H-1B sponsorship in intern roles since these are training positions. However, interns can transition to H-1B-eligible pharmacist positions after completing their PharmD degree and obtaining state licensure. The pharmacist role meets H-1B specialty occupation requirements.
What degree requirements apply for pharmacy H-1B petitions?
USCIS requires a PharmD degree for pharmacist H-1B petitions. Foreign pharmacy degrees need credential evaluation to establish U.S. equivalency. Most four-year international pharmacy programs qualify, but some countries require additional coursework or bridging programs to meet U.S. standards for licensure and visa purposes.
How does state pharmacy licensure affect H-1B timing?
You must obtain state pharmacy licensure before starting H-1B employment, which typically requires passing NAPLEX and state law exams. This process takes 4-8 weeks after graduation. Coordinate your H-1B start date with licensure timing to avoid work authorization gaps.
Which pharmacy employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
Hospital systems, specialty pharmacies, and retail chains with documented sponsorship histories include Kaiser Permanente, Cleveland Clinic, CVS Health, and Walgreens. Specialty areas like oncology, transplant, and rare disease pharmacies often face talent shortages that drive sponsorship decisions.
Can F-1 pharmacy students work during school with visa sponsorship?
F-1 students can work on-campus or through CPT during pharmacy school, but employers rarely sponsor F-1 students for work authorization. Focus on building relationships during rotations that can lead to full-time pharmacist positions with H-1B sponsorship after graduation and licensure.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Pharmacy Intern jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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