Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Walgreens Co.; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens Co. in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to engage with customers and build patient relationships while supporting the pharmacy team with timely medication handling.

The role emphasizes training through an ASHP and Department of Labor recognized apprenticeship, helping you become a PTCB certified technician with a pathway to advanced pharmacy care careers. The program covers practical skills, compliance, and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Six months of experience in retail preferred; prior Walgreens experience is a plus.
• Good math skills for accurate prescription filling and counting of medications.
• Solid computer skills and knowledge of store inventory control are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy per regulations.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Assist with and coach pharmacy technicians in the operation of pharmacy systems and cash registers.

Skills

Math skills

Computer skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Flexibility

Education

PTCB Certification

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash registers

Job description

Walgreens Co. in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to engage with customers and build patient relationships while supporting the pharmacy team with timely medication handling.

The role emphasizes training through an ASHP and Department of Labor recognized apprenticeship, helping you become a PTCB certified technician with a pathway to advanced pharmacy care careers. The program covers practical skills, compliance, and customer service excellence.