Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens; Jacinto City (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Pharmacy Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in transforming pharmacy services into a patient-centric experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with customers, build strong relationships, and utilize cutting-edge technology to enhance patient care. With a commitment to professional growth, you'll participate in a comprehensive training program that prepares you for certification and ongoing development in the healthcare field. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and eager to grow your career in pharmacy, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English required; willing to work flexible hours.
• Must maintain PTCB certification through training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in accordance with regulations and policies.
• Deliver a distinctive customer experience and resolve issues.
• Support pharmacy operations and manage inventory.

Skills

Customer Service

Pharmacy Operations

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 provides an entry point to a career in health care by guiding you towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy Technician and maintaining the high skill level required in the pharmacy care industry. It equips you with a nationally recognized, portable credential to 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 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 include:

• Assisting the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy in accordance with state and federal regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information, process prescriptions, and, if PTCB certified, assisting and coaching other pharmacy technicians and cashiers.
• Delivering a distinctive and delightful customer experience.

Customer Experience

• Greeting customers and patients, offering assistance with products and services, resolving issues, and answering questions to ensure a positive experience.
• Sharing customer service best practices and developing strong relationships with valuable customers.

Operations

• Supporting pharmacy operations, including entering patient and drug information, filling prescriptions, verifying medicines, and checking for interactions.
• Reporting prescription errors immediately and adhering to company policies regarding dispensing and quality improvement.
• Handling sales transactions, assisting customers in locating products, and processing third-party claims efficiently.
• Supporting inventory management, clinical services, and maintaining a clean and organized pharmacy environment.
• Building relationships with healthcare providers and supporting clinical and outreach activities.

Training & Personal Development

• Maintaining PTCB certification through the designated training program and earning continuing education credits.
• Attending requested training and staying updated on healthcare and pharmacy developments.

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