Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn program

PTCB certification support

Career development in pharmacy

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centered, offering an earn while you learn apprenticeship track and extensive training to become a PTCB certified pharmacy technician. The program supports growth from entry-level to certified technician with supervision and technology tools to enhance patient care.

The role emphasizes customer interaction, accuracy in processing prescriptions, and collaboration with pharmacists to ensure safe, efficient service.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekend hours.
• Six months of retail experience preferred.
• Prior Walgreens experience preferred.
• Strong math skills for accurate counting and dispensing.
• Good computer skills to navigate pharmacy systems.
• Knowledge of store inventory control is a plus.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in dispensing medications and entering patient data.
• Operate pharmacy systems to process prescriptions and manage cash handling.
• Deliver a positive customer experience and build patient relationships.
• Participate in training and development programs to become a certified technician.

Skills

Fluent English

Customer service

Strong math skills

Computer skills

PTCB certification (preferred)

Retail experience (preferred)

Inventory control knowledge (preferred

Job description

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centered, offering an earn while you learn apprenticeship track and extensive training to become a PTCB certified pharmacy technician. The program supports growth from entry-level to certified technician with supervision and technology tools to enhance patient care.

The role emphasizes customer interaction, accuracy in processing prescriptions, and collaboration with pharmacists to ensure safe, efficient service.