Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles into a patient-centered career path, offering an apprenticeship that guides you toward PTCB certification and professional growth. You will work closely with pharmacists, interact with customers, and use technology to support accurate dispensing and patient care.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, compliant operations, and ongoing training to build foundational and advanced skills for a long-term healthcare career within Walgreens.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Prefer prior experience in retail or pharmacy environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in dispensing medications.
• Enter patient and drug information in pharmacy systems and process prescriptions.
• Support inventory management and pharmacy operations as needed.
• Interact with customers to provide a positive, patient-centric experience.
• Assist in training and coaching junior technicians in standard procedures.

Skills

PTCB certification

English fluency

Flexible schedule

Math skills

Computer skills

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles into a patient-centered career path, offering an apprenticeship that guides you toward PTCB certification and professional growth. You will work closely with pharmacists, interact with customers, and use technology to support accurate dispensing and patient care.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, compliant operations, and ongoing training to build foundational and advanced skills for a long-term healthcare career within Walgreens.