Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its Pharmacy Technician roles to be more patient-centered, with opportunities for hands-on learning and growth. The program guides technicians toward PTCB certification and supports career advancement within Walgreens.

Whether new or experienced, Walgreens provides training to use modern pharmacy tools, deliver excellent customer care, and help patients with their prescription needs. This role emphasizes accuracy and customer service.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Prefer good math skills for prescription counting and dosing.
• Prefer good computer skills for everyday pharmacy tasks.
• Prefer knowledge of store inventory control and pharmacy operations.
• PTCB certification is preferred but not required.
• Experience with pharmacy systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in dispensing medications and managing pharmacy duties.
• Enter patient and drug information into pharmacy systems and process prescriptions.
• Maintain accurate cash handling and customer transactions at the counter.
• Deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience to patients and customers.

Skills

English fluency

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory knowledge

PTCB knowledge (preferred)

Pharmacy systems

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its Pharmacy Technician roles to be more patient-centered, with opportunities for hands-on learning and growth. The program guides technicians toward PTCB certification and supports career advancement within Walgreens.

Whether new or experienced, Walgreens provides training to use modern pharmacy tools, deliver excellent customer care, and help patients with their prescription needs. This role emphasizes accuracy and customer service.