Pharmacy Technician Apprentice – Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is expanding its Pharmacy Technician team in Newport, Tennessee, offering a patient-centered role where technicians engage customers and build strong relationships. The company provides an ASHP/DOL-recognized apprenticeship to become a PTCB-certified technician, with hands-on training, certification support, and career growth within Walgreens’ pharmacy operations.

The program equips you with foundational and advanced knowledge, enabling you to assist the pharmacist, process

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Prefer six months of experience in retail or pharmacy environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists under supervision and support pharmacy operations.
• Handle customer interactions to deliver a positive experience and explain products or services.
• Process prescriptions using pharmacy systems, assist with inventory, cash handling, and related clerical tasks.
• Support clinical services and coordination with healthcare providers as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

PTCB certification

Job description

Walgreens is expanding its Pharmacy Technician team in Newport, Tennessee, offering a patient-centered role where technicians engage customers and build strong relationships. The company provides an ASHP/DOL-recognized apprenticeship to become a PTCB-certified technician, with hands-on training, certification support, and career growth within Walgreens’ pharmacy operations.

The program equips you with foundational and advanced knowledge, enabling you to assist the pharmacist, process