Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; North Adams (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centric. In this position, you’ll interact with customers, support pharmacists, and help maintain the smooth operation of the pharmacy while growing your career through the company’s training programs.

The Walgreens apprenticeship offers hands-on learning toward PTCB certification, with courses and real-world practice. This entry point emphasizes service, accuracy, and teamwork as you develop essential skills in a

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Six months of retail experience preferred.
• Good math, counting, measuring and weighing medications.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Knowledge of store inventory control is a plus.
• PTCB certification pursuit or current certification required.

Responsibilities

• Engages customers and patients, greeting and offering assistance.
• Assist in pharmacy operations under pharmacist supervision, including data entry and dispensing.
• Process prescriptions, verify information and check for interactions.
• Support inventory management and stock medication.
• Participate in patient care activities and community health initiatives.

Skills

English fluency

Flexible schedule

Retail experience (6m pref)

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

Education

PTCB certification

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centric. In this position, you’ll interact with customers, support pharmacists, and help maintain the smooth operation of the pharmacy while growing your career through the company’s training programs.

The Walgreens apprenticeship offers hands-on learning toward PTCB certification, with courses and real-world practice. This entry point emphasizes service, accuracy, and teamwork as you develop essential skills in a