Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 66,786,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice who will be front and center, interacting with customers and building strong patient relationships. Pharmacy sits at the heart of our business, with training and support to help you grow your career.

Walgreens offers an ASHP and Department of Labor recognized earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship that guides you toward PTCB certification and ongoing skill development.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prior Walgreens experience is preferred.
• Strong math skills for counting, measuring and weighing medications.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of store inventory control.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in dispensing and patient care.
• Enter patient and drug information into pharmacy systems and process prescriptions.
• Fill prescriptions by retrieving, counting and labeling medications and check for interactions.
• Maintain inventory and support workflow in the pharmacy department.
• Deliver a positive, distinctive customer experience.

Skills

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control knowledge

PTCB certification

Job description

Walgreens in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice who will be front and center, interacting with customers and building strong patient relationships. Pharmacy sits at the heart of our business, with training and support to help you grow your career.

Walgreens offers an ASHP and Department of Labor recognized earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship that guides you toward PTCB certification and ongoing skill development.