Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Metropolis (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its Pharmacy Technician roles to be more patient-centric, with opportunities to learn and grow through an ASHP & Department of Labor–recognized apprenticeship. You will work closely with pharmacists, support prescription processing, and assist customers while pursuing certification and career advancement.

The program emphasizes on-the-job experience, training activities, and continuing education to build a portable credential for long-term pharmacy careers.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• PTCB certification preferred or obtained as part of progression.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in dispensing processes and patient interactions.
• Enter patient and drug information into pharmacy systems and process prescriptions.
• Support inventory management and processing of order shipments.
• Handle cash transactions and assist customers in locating products.
• Contribute to a courteous, accurate, and compliant customer experience.

Skills

Fluent English

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory awareness

PTCB certification

Flexible schedule

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its Pharmacy Technician roles to be more patient-centric, with opportunities to learn and grow through an ASHP & Department of Labor–recognized apprenticeship. You will work closely with pharmacists, support prescription processing, and assist customers while pursuing certification and career advancement.

The program emphasizes on-the-job experience, training activities, and continuing education to build a portable credential for long-term pharmacy careers.