Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centric, offering hands-on training and advancement through an ASHP/DOL-recognized program. Apprenticeship paths guide candidates toward PTCB certification while gaining real-world experience across patient services and pharmacy operations.

From entry to experienced technician, Walgreens provides the tools and support to grow, with emphasis on accuracy, patient care, and community health engagement.

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in the practice of pharmacy.
• Process prescriptions using pharmacy systems and verify information.
• Enter patient and drug information accurately; check for interactions.
• Handle cash and operate the cash register; assist customers.
• Support inventory management: ordering, unpacking, stocking pharmaceuticals.
• Assist in clinical services including sample labeling as required.
• Build relationships with local medical community to support patient care.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Pharmacy software

Inventory management

Education

PTCB Certification readiness

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash registers

Job description

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centric, offering hands-on training and advancement through an ASHP/DOL-recognized program. Apprenticeship paths guide candidates toward PTCB certification while gaining real-world experience across patient services and pharmacy operations.

From entry to experienced technician, Walgreens provides the tools and support to grow, with emphasis on accuracy, patient care, and community health engagement.