Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is seeking Pharmacy Technicians to join their team in Clinton, NC. The role focuses on patient-centric care, assisting pharmacists, and providing excellent customer service. Training programs are available to help you achieve PTCB certification and advance your career in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English required.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist under supervision in pharmacy practices.
• Deliver a distinctive customer experience by engaging with patients.
• Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

PTCB Certification

Job description

Our pharmacy technician positions have undergone an exciting transformation, moving from a transaction-based environment to a much more patient-centric one. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice, you'll be front and center – interacting with our customers and developing strong patient relationships. Pharmacy is the core of our business, and our pharmacy technicians enjoy all the tools and support – including the latest technology – to grow their careers and reach their goals.

Walgreens is proud to invest & champion an “earn while you learn” Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor. This apprenticeship program provides an entry point to a career in healthcare by guiding you towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy Technician and helping you maintain the high level of skill required in the pharmacy care industry. It equips you with a nationally recognized, portable credential that will help you advance your career.

Whether you are new to working in pharmacies or are an experienced Pharmacy Technician, apply now! Walgreens will train you to use your skills and talents to serve and care for our patients and customers. The courses, learning activities, and resources provided in our pharmacy technician training program are designed to give you foundational and advanced knowledge, skills, and on-the-job experiences needed to prepare for certification as a pharmacy technician.

Responsibilities

1. Assist the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy in accordance with state and federal regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
2. Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information, process prescriptions, and, if PTCB certified, assist and coach other pharmacy technicians and cashiers in pharmacy system and register operations.
3. Deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience by engaging customers and patients, resolving issues, and answering questions.

Customer Experience

• Greet customers and patients, offer assistance, and develop strong relationships with valuable customers.
• Share customer service best practices with team members, including interpersonal habits and Walgreens service traits.

Operations

• Assist in pharmacy practice under pharmacist supervision, including entering patient and drug information, filling prescriptions, verifying medicines, and checking for interactions.
• Report prescription errors immediately and adhere to policies regarding pharmacy errors and quality improvement.
• Handle sales transactions, assist with inventory management, and support clinical services as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy environment and foster respectful relationships with coworkers.

Training & Personal Development

• Earn and maintain PTCB certification through designated training and/or state certification, with promotion requirements as applicable.
• Attend training sessions, acquire continuing education credits, and stay updated on healthcare and pharmacy developments.

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English (except in Puerto Rico).
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.