Pharmacy Technician Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

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

Job summary

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centered, placing you at the heart of customer care. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you’ll interact with customers, learn on the job, and build valuable relationships while supporting daily pharmacy operations.

This role emphasizes training through the ASHP and DOL-backed program, with paths toward PTCB certification and career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a 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.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with questions to ensure a positive experience.
• Assist in pharmacy operations under pharmacist supervision, including entering patient data and processing prescriptions.
• Support inventory management and stock handling.
• Assist with external providers and medical community outreach.
• Maintain accuracy and confidentiality per policy.

Skills

Fluent English

Customer service

Math skills

Computer skills

Inventory control

Retail experience

Education

PTCB certification

Job description

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centered, placing you at the heart of customer care. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you’ll interact with customers, learn on the job, and build valuable relationships while supporting daily pharmacy operations.

This role emphasizes training through the ASHP and DOL-backed program, with paths toward PTCB certification and career growth.