Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

WALGREENS Careers; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles toward patient-centered care. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you’ll be front and center—interacting with customers and building strong patient relationships while receiving training to advance in the field.

The company offers an ASHP and DOL–recognized earn-while-you-learn training program to become a PTCB-certified technician, with ongoing on-the-job coaching, flexible career paths, and opportunities to grow within

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule.
• Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prefer prior Walgreens experience.
• Prefer good math skills for filling prescriptions.
• Prefer good computer skills.
• Prefer knowledge of store inventory control.
• Prefer PTCB certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist under supervision with prescription processing.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Provide a distinctive and helpful customer experience.
• Maintain inventory and stock in the Pharmacy Department.
• Handle cash registers and assist with cashier duties as needed.

Skills

English fluency

Customer service

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory awareness

PTCB certification

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash handling

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles toward patient-centered care. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you’ll be front and center—interacting with customers and building strong patient relationships while receiving training to advance in the field.

The company offers an ASHP and DOL–recognized earn-while-you-learn training program to become a PTCB-certified technician, with ongoing on-the-job coaching, flexible career paths, and opportunities to grow within