Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

WALGREENS Careers; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to emphasize patient care, interaction with customers, and strong patient relationships. The company offers an apprenticeship and training program to become a certified pharmacy technician, supporting growth through education and hands-on practice.

The role includes assisting pharmacists, processing prescriptions, and maintaining medication inventory while following state, federal, and company policies.

Qualifications

• Must have math skills for counting, measuring and weighing medications.
• Basic computer skills required for pharmacy systems and transactions.
• Knowledge of store inventory control is preferred.
• PTCB certification is preferred/required in progression to senior technician.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in dispensing and related duties.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to policy and quality programs.
• Support inventory management and basic clerical tasks in the pharmacy.

Skills

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

PTCB certification

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to emphasize patient care, interaction with customers, and strong patient relationships. The company offers an apprenticeship and training program to become a certified pharmacy technician, supporting growth through education and hands-on practice.

The role includes assisting pharmacists, processing prescriptions, and maintaining medication inventory while following state, federal, and company policies.