Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Patient Care Focus

Walgreens; Edgewater (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens in Edgewater, MD is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice to be at the front line, interacting with customers and building patient relationships. Under pharmacist supervision, you will assist with prescriptions and maintain accurate records.

You will use pharmacy systems, aim for accurate dispensing, and participate in inventory and cash-handling tasks. The role emphasizes a patient-centric approach and ongoing professional development, including pursuing PTCB certification.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Retail pharmacy experience is preferred.
• PTCB certification or enrollment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in the practice of pharmacy.
• Process prescriptions and enter patient and drug information in pharmacy systems.
• Help with inventory management, stocking and cash handling.
• Support clinical services coordination and customer service excellence.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

Cash handling

Inventory knowledge

Math skills

Education

PTCB certification

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Cash register systems

Job description

Walgreens in Edgewater, MD is seeking a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice to be at the front line, interacting with customers and building patient relationships. Under pharmacist supervision, you will assist with prescriptions and maintain accurate records.

You will use pharmacy systems, aim for accurate dispensing, and participate in inventory and cash-handling tasks. The role emphasizes a patient-centric approach and ongoing professional development, including pursuing PTCB certification.