Pharmacy Tech Apprentice - Patient-Focused Care

Walgreens; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles toward a patient-centric model, offering training and an earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship program. You will assist pharmacists, handle prescriptions, and engage with customers to build strong patient relationships.

The position supports development toward PTBC certification and ongoing professional growth within Walgreens’ healthcare services, with a focus on quality and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekend hours.
• Six months of retail experience preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.
• Prior Walgreens experience preferred.
• Good math and computer skills with inventory control knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in dispensing and related pharmacy duties.
• Process prescriptions using pharmacy systems and cash registers.
• Provide a distinctive, patient-centric customer experience and resolve issues.
• Support inventory management, stock handling and organization of the pharmacy area.

Skills

Customer service

Math skills

Computer skills

Retail experience

Flex schedule

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles toward a patient-centric model, offering training and an earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship program. You will assist pharmacists, handle prescriptions, and engage with customers to build strong patient relationships.

The position supports development toward PTBC certification and ongoing professional growth within Walgreens’ healthcare services, with a focus on quality and service delivery.