Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens Co. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join our patient-centric team in a fast-paced retail setting.

You’ll interact with customers, support pharmacists, and learn through our ASHP- and DoL-recognized earn-while-you-learn training program to become a certified pharmacy technician. This role emphasizes accuracy, care, and building relationships with patients and providers.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico)
• Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
• Six months of experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Prior Walgreens experience preferred.
• Good math skills for prescription counting and measuring.
• Good computer skills preferred.
• Knowledge of store inventory control preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engages customers and patients, greeting them and offering assistance to ensure a positive experience.
• Models customer service best practices and helps deliver a delightful experience.
• Develops relationships with valuable customers and supports pharmacy operations under supervision.
• Assists in processing prescriptions, entering information, and verifying accuracy under pharmacist oversight.
• Handles cash transactions, assists with OTC shopping, and supports inventory management as needed.
• Participates in clerical duties and supports clinical services and coordination with providers.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Retail experience

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Walgreens Co. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join our patient-centric team in a fast-paced retail setting.

You’ll interact with customers, support pharmacists, and learn through our ASHP- and DoL-recognized earn-while-you-learn training program to become a certified pharmacy technician. This role emphasizes accuracy, care, and building relationships with patients and providers.