Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; New London (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles toward a patient-centric model. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you’ll interact with customers and build strong patient relationships while leveraging the latest technology to grow your career.

The company offers an earned-learning apprenticeship recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor, guiding you toward PTCB certification and continued skill development to support high-quality pharmacy care.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule.
• Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prefer prior Walgreens experience.
• Prefer good math skills for counting, measuring, weighing medications.
• Prefer computer skills.
• Prefer knowledge of store inventory control.
• Prefer PTCB certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in dispensing and related duties.
• Process prescriptions using pharmacy systems and assist cashiers in the pharmacy.
• Deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Greet and assist customers, resolve questions, and build patient relationships.
• Maintain inventory and support pharmacy operations, including data entry and order processing.
• Support clinical services where appropriate and coordinate with healthcare providers.

Skills

Fluent English

Flexible schedule

Retail experience (preferred)

Tools

PTCB certification (preferred)

Job description

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles toward a patient-centric model. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you’ll interact with customers and build strong patient relationships while leveraging the latest technology to grow your career.

The company offers an earned-learning apprenticeship recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor, guiding you toward PTCB certification and continued skill development to support high-quality pharmacy care.