Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Clarkston (MI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-focused, offering training and apprenticeship paths to certification. This position emphasizes hands-on interaction with customers, supporting pharmacists, and leveraging the latest technology to enhance patient care.

The apprenticeship program provides entry points toward becoming a PTCB-certified technician, with guidance toward professional development within Walgreens’ pharmacy operations and healthcare clinics.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
• Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in the practice of pharmacy and other Pharmacy Department duties.
• Use pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information, process prescriptions, and support cashiers when needed.
• Support inventory management: ordering, unpacking, stocking, and tracking pharmaceutical supplies.
• Assist in clinical services and patient care activities as required; coordinate with healthcare providers.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

Flexible schedule

Math skills

Computer skills

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-focused, offering training and apprenticeship paths to certification. This position emphasizes hands-on interaction with customers, supporting pharmacists, and leveraging the latest technology to enhance patient care.

The apprenticeship program provides entry points toward becoming a PTCB-certified technician, with guidance toward professional development within Walgreens’ pharmacy operations and healthcare clinics.