Pharmacy Tech Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Vestavia Hills (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is hiring entry-level Pharmacy Technicians and Apprentices in Vestavia Hills, AL, focusing on patient-centered care and collaboration with pharmacists. The role supports prescription processing, customer service, and growth through an ASHP/DOL-recognized apprenticeship program that finances certification while you learn.

Whether new to the field or experienced, participants gain hands-on training, engage with clinical services, and build expertise to advance toward PTCE certification

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Six months of experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Prior Walgreens experience preferred.
• Strong math skills for counting, measuring and weighing medications.
• Good computer skills.
• Knowledge of store inventory control preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist under direct supervision in dispensing and related duties.
• Process prescriptions and patient information in pharmacy systems.
• Deliver a distinctive and helpful customer experience.
• Perform inventory tasks and ensure proper stock levels.

Skills

Fluent English

Customer service

Attention to detail

Basic math

Pharmacy systems

Cash register

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash registers

Job description

Walgreens is hiring entry-level Pharmacy Technicians and Apprentices in Vestavia Hills, AL, focusing on patient-centered care and collaboration with pharmacists. The role supports prescription processing, customer service, and growth through an ASHP/DOL-recognized apprenticeship program that finances certification while you learn.

Whether new to the field or experienced, participants gain hands-on training, engage with clinical services, and build expertise to advance toward PTCE certification