Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens Co. is seeking qualified Pharmacy Technicians to join a patient-centered team. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you’ll interact with customers, support pharmacists, and use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions.

The role emphasizes service quality, accuracy, and building relationships with patients. An ASHP/DOL recognized earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship helps you move toward PTCB certification and long-term growth with Walgreens.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekend hours.
• Six months of experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Prior Walgreens experience preferred.
• Good math skills for accurate prescription filling.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of store inventory control preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy.
• Enter patient and drug information and process prescriptions using pharmacy systems.
• Assist with and coach pharmacy technicians in the operation of pharmacy systems and cashiers in the operation of the pharmacy cash registers.
• Deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Perform duties assigned by Pharmacy Manager, Staff Pharmacist, and Store Manager, including scheduling and workflow maintenance.
• Assist with inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, storing shipments, and loss prevention.

Skills

Fluent English

Flexible schedule

Retail experience

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

PTCB certification

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Walgreens Co. is seeking qualified Pharmacy Technicians to join a patient-centered team. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you’ll interact with customers, support pharmacists, and use pharmacy systems to process prescriptions.

The role emphasizes service quality, accuracy, and building relationships with patients. An ASHP/DOL recognized earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship helps you move toward PTCB certification and long-term growth with Walgreens.