Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, where you'll engage with customers, assist pharmacists, and participate in a comprehensive training program. This role offers a pathway to certification and a fulfilling career in healthcare. Embrace the opportunity to develop strong patient relationships while utilizing the latest technology in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Engage customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance.
• Maintain the pharmacy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper stocking.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Pharmacy Practice

Education

Pharmacy Technician 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 health care by guiding you in 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 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 provided in our pharmacy technician training program are designed to give you foundational and advanced knowledge, skills, and on-the-job experiences to prepare you 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. Support other Pharmacy Department duties per company policies.
2. Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information, process prescriptions, and, if PTCB certified, assist and coach other pharmacy technicians and cashiers.
3. Model and deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.

Customer Experience

• Engage customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance. Resolve issues and answer questions to ensure a positive experience.
• Share customer service best practices and develop strong relationships with valuable customers.

Operations

• Assist in pharmacy practice under supervision, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Perform duties such as entering patient and drug information, filling prescriptions, verifying accuracy, and assisting with workflow management.
• Report prescription errors immediately and adhere to quality policies.
• Handle sales transactions, assist customers in locating products, and process third-party claims efficiently.
• Support inventory management, including ordering and storing pharmaceuticals, and file claims for discrepancies.
• Assist with clinical services and coordinate with healthcare providers as needed.
• Maintain the pharmacy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper stocking.
• Follow all company policies and complete assigned tasks.

Training & Personal Development

• Earn and maintain PTCB certification through our training program and/or state registration. Certification may be required for promotion.
• Attend training sessions and acquire continuing education credits to stay updated on healthcare and pharmacy developments.

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