Pharmacy Technician Apprentice – Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Pulaski (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles toward patient-centered care with an emphasis on customer relationships and technology support. The program includes an earn-and-learn pathway aimed at becoming a certified pharmacy technician.

As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you will assist pharmacists, manage prescriptions, and contribute to inventory and clerical tasks while developing your clinical and technical skills in a fast-paced retail setting.

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.
• Good computer skills for pharmacy systems and tasks.
• Knowledge of store inventory control (preferred).
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy and related duties.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Enter patient and drug information accurately and handle cash, OTC guidance.
• Support inventory management, ordering, unpacking, and stocking of medications.
• Assist with clerical duties and third-party claims as needed.
• Coordinate with medical staff and providers to support clinical services as required.

Skills

Customer service

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

Flex schedule

Education

PTCB certification

Job description

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles toward patient-centered care with an emphasis on customer relationships and technology support. The program includes an earn-and-learn pathway aimed at becoming a certified pharmacy technician.

As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you will assist pharmacists, manage prescriptions, and contribute to inventory and clerical tasks while developing your clinical and technical skills in a fast-paced retail setting.