Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens; Coral Springs (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Pharmacy Technicians to join their patient-focused team. This role emphasizes customer engagement and operational excellence within a supportive environment. As a Pharmacy Technician, you will assist pharmacists, manage prescriptions, and foster strong relationships with customers. The organization offers a comprehensive training program to help you achieve PTCB certification, ensuring you have the skills needed for success in the healthcare field. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and willingness to work flexible hours.
• Ability to assist in pharmacy duties and maintain customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in accordance with regulations and policies.
• Deliver a distinctive customer experience by engaging and resolving issues.
• Support pharmacy operations and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Pharmacy Operations

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Tools

Pharmacy Systems

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 gives you an entry point to a career in health care by guiding you in taking steps 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 arms 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 to become a certified pharmacy technician.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policies.
2. Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information, process prescriptions, and assist with pharmacy operations, including coaching other technicians if PTCB certified.
3. Deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience by engaging customers, resolving issues, and developing strong relationships.

Customer Experience:

• Engage customers and patients, greet them, offer assistance, and resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
• Share customer service best practices with team members to enhance service quality.
• Develop strong relationships with valuable customers.

Operations:

• Assist in pharmacy duties such as entering information, filling prescriptions, verifying medicines, and checking interactions.
• Report prescription errors immediately and adhere to quality and safety policies.
• Handle sales transactions, assist customers in locating products, and support inventory management.
• Support clinical services and maintain relationships with healthcare providers.

Training & Personal Development:

• Earn and maintain PTCB certification through training and continuing education.
• Attend training sessions and stay updated on healthcare and pharmacy developments.

Additional requirements include fluency in English (except in Puerto Rico) and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.