Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centric. The Pharmacy Technician role offers training and an apprenticeship path toward PTCB certification, with support to grow expertise and career in pharmacy care.

Technicians assist pharmacists under supervision, process prescriptions, and maintain strong relationships with patients. The program emphasizes hands-on learning and career advancement within Walgreens.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willing to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Prefer six months of retail experience.
• Prior Walgreens experience is a plus.
• Good math and computer skills; knowledge of store inventory control is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy.
• Process prescriptions and use pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information.
• Fill prescriptions by retrieving, counting and pouring medications and check for interactions.
• Provide a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Support inventory management and cashier duties as assigned by management.
• Support clinical services coordination and communication with healthcare providers.

Skills

English fluency

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Math skills

Computer skills

Job description

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centric. The Pharmacy Technician role offers training and an apprenticeship path toward PTCB certification, with support to grow expertise and career in pharmacy care.

Technicians assist pharmacists under supervision, process prescriptions, and maintain strong relationships with patients. The program emphasizes hands-on learning and career advancement within Walgreens.