Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

WALGREENS Careers; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles toward a patient-centric model. Techs and apprentices will work closely with pharmacists, utilizing modern tools to support patient care and grow their careers within Walgreens.

The program includes an earn-while-you-learn pathway to PTCB certification, with training to handle prescriptions, customer interactions, and pharmacy workflow. This role offers hands-on development in a fast-paced retail pharmacy.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Good math skills to accurately fill prescriptions.
• Experience with pharmacy software systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist under supervision in dispensing prescriptions and entering patient and drug information.
• Process prescriptions and support cash handling and OTC sales.
• Deliver a positive customer experience and help build patient relationships.
• Maintain accuracy in medication counting, labeling, and inventory tasks.
• Support pharmacy operations and clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

English language proficiency

Math skills

Flexible schedule

Pharmacy software experience

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles toward a patient-centric model. Techs and apprentices will work closely with pharmacists, utilizing modern tools to support patient care and grow their careers within Walgreens.

The program includes an earn-while-you-learn pathway to PTCB certification, with training to handle prescriptions, customer interactions, and pharmacy workflow. This role offers hands-on development in a fast-paced retail pharmacy.