Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Boothbay Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming the pharmacy technician role toward patient-centric care. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you will engage customers, learn through an ASHP/DOL-certified apprenticeship, and work toward PTCB certification while supporting the pharmacy team.

The program emphasizes hands-on training, regulatory compliance, and career growth within Walgreens’ patient-first approach, with opportunities to advance as you gain credentials.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English, with clear communication.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings/weekends.
• Six months of retail experience preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred or in training.
• Prior Walgreens experience preferred.
• Strong math skills and basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in dispensing and related duties.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Provide a distinctive and delightful customer experience and build patient relationships.
• Maintain accuracy in counting, measuring, and labeling medications.
• Collaborate with pharmacy staff to manage inventory and cash handling.

Skills

Fluent English

Customer service

Flexibility

Computer skills

Education

PTCB Certification

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Walgreens is transforming the pharmacy technician role toward patient-centric care. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you will engage customers, learn through an ASHP/DOL-certified apprenticeship, and work toward PTCB certification while supporting the pharmacy team.

The program emphasizes hands-on training, regulatory compliance, and career growth within Walgreens’ patient-first approach, with opportunities to advance as you gain credentials.