Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

New York State Council of Health-system Pharmacists; Oceanside (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles into patient-centric positions. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you will interact with customers, receive hands-on training, and work toward PTCB certification through an approved program.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer service, and adherence to pharmacy policies. The Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Training Program, recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor, provides an entry point to a healthcare career and supports

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Six months of experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Prior Walgreens experience preferred.
• Good math skills to fill prescriptions accurately (counting, measuring, weighing).
• Good computer skills are preferred.
• Knowledge of store inventory control preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in pharmacy practice per policy and procedures.
• Use pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Assist with scheduling and maintaining workflow and handle cashiers in the pharmacy.
• Support inventory management: ordering, unpacking, checking, and storing pharmaceuticals.
• Provide a distinctive and delightful customer experience and respond to customer questions.

Skills

Customer service

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles into patient-centric positions. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you will interact with customers, receive hands-on training, and work toward PTCB certification through an approved program.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer service, and adherence to pharmacy policies. The Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Training Program, recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor, provides an entry point to a healthcare career and supports