Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Town of Chili (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles into patient-centric positions, offering hands-on interaction with customers and strong patient relationships. The program emphasizes earning while learning through an apprenticeship pathway to PTCB certification and ongoing skill development.

The role includes working under supervision to assist pharmacists, processing prescriptions, and using pharmacy systems. Training focuses on accuracy, customer care, and career growth within Walgreens.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekend hours.
• Six months of experience in a retail environment is preferred.
• PTCB certification or onboarding training path is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under direct supervision in dispensing and related duties.
• Enter patient and drug information in pharmacy systems and process prescriptions.
• Maintain inventory and support cash register operations.
• Provide outstanding customer service and build relationships with patients.
• Support clinical services and coordination with providers as required.

Skills

PTCB certification

Pharmacy systems

Customer service

English fluency

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash registers

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles into patient-centric positions, offering hands-on interaction with customers and strong patient relationships. The program emphasizes earning while learning through an apprenticeship pathway to PTCB certification and ongoing skill development.

The role includes working under supervision to assist pharmacists, processing prescriptions, and using pharmacy systems. Training focuses on accuracy, customer care, and career growth within Walgreens.