Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is expanding its Pharmacy Technician pathway in Lewiston, ME, offering a patient-centric role where technicians interact with customers and support pharmacists with prescriptions and care.

The company sponsors an ASHP and Department of Labor approved "earn while you learn" apprenticeship, guiding you toward PTCB certification and a portable credential, with training designed to build foundational and advanced skills and career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Retail experience is preferred (six months).
• Good math and computer skills.
• Knowledge of store inventory control preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in processing prescriptions.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information.
• Assist with cash registers and customer checkout.
• Support inventory management and ordering.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with policies.
• Contribute to a friendly, patient-centric experience.
• Support clinical services and coordination with providers.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Flexible schedule

Math skills

Computer skills

PTCB certification

Tools

POS systems

Pharmacy software

Job description

Walgreens is expanding its Pharmacy Technician pathway in Lewiston, ME, offering a patient-centric role where technicians interact with customers and support pharmacists with prescriptions and care.

The company sponsors an ASHP and Department of Labor approved "earn while you learn" apprenticeship, guiding you toward PTCB certification and a portable credential, with training designed to build foundational and advanced skills and career growth.