Pharmacy Technician​/Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Apply for the Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship role at Walgreens
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$17.00/hr - $20.50/hr

Our pharmacy technician positions have undergone an exciting transformation, moving from a transaction‑based environment to a 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.

Arming 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 to you in our pharmacy technician training program are designed to give you foundational and advanced knowledge, skills, and on‑the‑job experiences you need to prepare to become a certified pharmacy technician.

• Assist the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy.
• Assist the pharmacist in the performance of other Pharmacy Department duties in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Assist with and coach pharmacy technicians in the operation of pharmacy systems and cash register operations.
• Model and deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.

• Engage customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services.
• Resolve customer issues and answer questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Model and share customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Develop strong relationships with most valuable customers.

• Assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal and company policy.
• Review and comply with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
• Utilize pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information, ensuring data is correct and fill prescriptions accurately.
• Assist pharmacists in scheduling and maintaining workflow.
• Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and adhere to Company policies in relation to pharmacy errors.
• Strictly adhere to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing during all applicable prescription dispensing activities.
• Handle cash register transactions and assist customers in OTC aisle when possible.
• Handle telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist.
• Process manual claims for third‑party program prescription services in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assist with inventory management activities such as ordering, unpacking, checking and storing shipments of pharmaceuticals.
• Assist pharmacist in administering clinical services including collection and labeling of blood/urine samples from patients.
• Assist Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in developing relationships with the local medical community, including physician outreach.
• Assist with interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked, clean, neat and orderly.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, maintain respectful relationships with coworkers.
• Complete special assignments and other tasks as assigned.

• Earn and maintain PTCB certification through the designated PTCB training program or…