Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming the pharmacy technician role into a patient-centric position, offering hands-on training and a clear path toward PTCB certification. Apprenticeship programs align with ASHP and the Department of Labor, helping you grow your skills and credential in a supportive environment.

The program emphasizes using pharmacy systems, managing prescriptions, and maintaining a high standard of customer care while preparing you to advance within Walgreens.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prefer prior Walgreens experience.
• Prefer good math skills for accurate prescription counting, measuring and weighing.
• Prefer good computer skills.
• Prefer knowledge of store inventory control.
• Prefer PTCB certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in pharmacy duties.
• Use pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Fill prescriptions by retrieving, counting and pouring medications; check for interactions.
• Maintain accurate records and support workflow scheduling by Pharmacy Manager and Store Manager.
• Deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.

Skills

Fluent English

Customer service

Communication

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

PTCB awareness

Job description

Walgreens is transforming the pharmacy technician role into a patient-centric position, offering hands-on training and a clear path toward PTCB certification. Apprenticeship programs align with ASHP and the Department of Labor, helping you grow your skills and credential in a supportive environment.

The program emphasizes using pharmacy systems, managing prescriptions, and maintaining a high standard of customer care while preparing you to advance within Walgreens.