Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

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

Job summary

Walgreens is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice in California to be at the front line with customers, building strong patient relationships while supporting the pharmacist and pharmacy team.

The Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Training Program, recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor, offers an earn‑while‑you‑learn path toward becoming a PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician, with ongoing education and career growth opportunities within health care.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Experience in retail pharmacy or customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in dispensing and processing prescriptions.
• Operate pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Deliver customer service and maintain a friendly pharmacy experience.
• Support inventory management and cash handling.
• Assist with clinical services as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Fluent English

Retail experience

Education

PTCB Certification (preferred)

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cashiering

Job description

Walgreens is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice in California to be at the front line with customers, building strong patient relationships while supporting the pharmacist and pharmacy team.

The Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Training Program, recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor, offers an earn‑while‑you‑learn path toward becoming a PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician, with ongoing education and career growth opportunities within health care.