Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles into a patient-centric journey, offering training and an apprenticeship path to PTCB certification. You will work under pharmacist supervision, process prescriptions, and help customers while building relationships.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, exposure to pharmacy systems, and opportunities to advance within Walgreens as you gain competencies and credentials in pharmacy care.

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 accurate prescription filling.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with pharmacy systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy and related duties.
• Process prescriptions by entering patient and drug information, and assist with cashiering.
• Maintain stock levels and inventory in the Pharmacy Department.
• Support clinical services and coordination with healthcare providers as required.
• Provide courteous customer service and help customers locate products.
• Adhere to company policies and the Walgreen Co. Code of Conduct.

Skills

English fluency

Retail experience

Walk-in customer service

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

PTCB certification

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles into a patient-centric journey, offering training and an apprenticeship path to PTCB certification. You will work under pharmacist supervision, process prescriptions, and help customers while building relationships.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, exposure to pharmacy systems, and opportunities to advance within Walgreens as you gain competencies and credentials in pharmacy care.