Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be patient-centric, offering hands-on customer interaction and career growth through the Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor.

The program guides you toward becoming a PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician, with training to manage pharmacy systems, process prescriptions, and assist in clinical services under supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekend hours.
• Prefer six months of retail experience.
• Prefer prior Walgreens experience.
• Prefer good math skills and computer skills.
• Prefer knowledge of store inventory control.
• Prefer PTCB certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy, per policy and regulations.
• Use pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Assist with and coach technicians in the operation of pharmacy systems and cash registers where qualified.
• Deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Math skills

Computer skills

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be patient-centric, offering hands-on customer interaction and career growth through the Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor.

The program guides you toward becoming a PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician, with training to manage pharmacy systems, process prescriptions, and assist in clinical services under supervision.