Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens Pharmacy Technician positions focus on patient-centered care with strong customer relationships. The program offers an apprenticeship with a clear path to PTCB certification and ongoing skill development within Walgreens’ pharmacy teams.

Roles include assisting pharmacists under supervision, handling prescriptions, and supporting inventory and cash operations to ensure a smooth, compliant patient experience.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
• Six months of experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Prior Walgreens experience preferred.
• Good math skills for prescription filling.

Responsibilities

• Assists the pharmacist under direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy and related duties.
• Uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Maintains customer experience by delivering a distinctive and delightful service.
• Performs clerical duties, handles cash, and operates the cash register.
• Assists with inventory management, ordering, unpacking, and storage of pharmaceuticals.
• Support pharmacy staff in coordination of clinical services and outreach to health groups.

Skills

PTCB certification

Customer service

Pharmacy systems

Cash handling

Inventory management

Retail experience

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Walgreens Pharmacy Technician positions focus on patient-centered care with strong customer relationships. The program offers an apprenticeship with a clear path to PTCB certification and ongoing skill development within Walgreens’ pharmacy teams.

Roles include assisting pharmacists under supervision, handling prescriptions, and supporting inventory and cash operations to ensure a smooth, compliant patient experience.