Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice to join our team in Illinois. You will engage with customers, support pharmacists, and develop strong patient relationships in a tech-enabled environment.

This role emphasizes earning while you learn through our ASHP/DOL-recognized apprenticeship program, guiding you toward PTCB certification and a durable career in pharmacy care. Training combines classroom and on-the-job experiences to build core competencies.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule.
• Prior retail experience preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.
• Strong math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Support Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, ordering, unpacking, and stocking shipments.
• Handle cash register duties and assist customers at OTC aisle when possible.
• Assist with pharmacy calls to physicians and clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

Flexible schedule

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

Job description

Walgreens is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice to join our team in Illinois. You will engage with customers, support pharmacists, and develop strong patient relationships in a tech-enabled environment.

This role emphasizes earning while you learn through our ASHP/DOL-recognized apprenticeship program, guiding you toward PTCB certification and a durable career in pharmacy care. Training combines classroom and on-the-job experiences to build core competencies.