Pharmacy Technician Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Sartell (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles toward a more patient-centered approach. Pharmacy Technicians and Apprentices gain front-line customer interaction and robust support to grow their careers, backed by a training program recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor.

The program guides candidates toward PTCB certification and ongoing skill development, with strong emphasis on compliance, customer service, and pharmacy operations.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
• Preferred six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prefer prior Walgreens pharmacy experience.
• Prefer strong math skills and computer skills; knowledge of store inventory control; PTCB certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in processing prescriptions.
• Enter patient and drug information in pharmacy systems; assist with third party claims.
• FIll prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring medications and check for interactions.
• Provide a distinctive and delightful customer experience and greet customers.
• Support inventory management, ordering, receiving, and storage of pharmaceuticals.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

English fluency

Computer skills

Education

PTCB Certification (preferred)

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash registers

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles toward a more patient-centered approach. Pharmacy Technicians and Apprentices gain front-line customer interaction and robust support to grow their careers, backed by a training program recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor.

The program guides candidates toward PTCB certification and ongoing skill development, with strong emphasis on compliance, customer service, and pharmacy operations.