Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 57,529,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centered, offering extensive training and real hands-on practice in a high-volume environment. You will work closely with pharmacists, learn to use advanced pharmacy systems, and contribute to a positive patient experience on the sales floor and in the pharmacy.

The program supports earning a PTCB certification while gaining practical experience, with opportunities to advance as you grow within Walgreens’ patient-centric care

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
• PTCB certification or plan to pursue certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist under supervision in the practice of pharmacy and related duties.
• Enter patient and drug information in pharmacy systems; assist with and coach in pharmacy operations.
• Process prescriptions, verify medicine accuracy, and check for possible interactions.
• Handle cash register transactions and direct customers to OTC products as needed.
• Assist with inventory management and coordination of clinical services as required.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

Cash handling

Education

PTCB Certification

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash registers

Inventory management

Job description

Walgreens is transforming pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centered, offering extensive training and real hands-on practice in a high-volume environment. You will work closely with pharmacists, learn to use advanced pharmacy systems, and contribute to a positive patient experience on the sales floor and in the pharmacy.

The program supports earning a PTCB certification while gaining practical experience, with opportunities to advance as you grow within Walgreens’ patient-centric care