Pharmacy Technician Apprentice – Earn While You Learn

Walgreens; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its Pharmacy Technician roles to be more patient-centric, providing hands-on training and an apprenticeship path toward PTCB certification. You will support pharmacists, handle prescription processing, and enhance customer experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment.

The program emphasizes earning while learning, with emphasis on safety, patient care, and professional growth within Walgreens stores nationwide.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Prior experience in retail or pharmacy environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in the practice of pharmacy as per policies.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Enter patient data and check for possible drug interactions.
• Maintain inventory and ensure stock levels in the Pharmacy Department.
• Deliver a positive and distinctive customer experience to patients and customers.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

PTCB Certification (preferred)

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash handling

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its Pharmacy Technician roles to be more patient-centric, providing hands-on training and an apprenticeship path toward PTCB certification. You will support pharmacists, handle prescription processing, and enhance customer experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment.

The program emphasizes earning while learning, with emphasis on safety, patient care, and professional growth within Walgreens stores nationwide.