Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens Boots Alliance • Rochester, MN

421d • $34,320 - $41,600

About The Position

As a Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprentice at Walgreens, you will play a crucial role in providing patient-centered care and building relationships with customers. This position offers an opportunity to learn and grow within the healthcare field while assisting pharmacists in various pharmacy operations. The apprenticeship program is designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a certified pharmacy technician, ensuring you have a solid foundation for a successful career in pharmacy.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prior work experience with Walgreens.
• Good math skills for accurately filling prescriptions.
• Good computer skills.
• Knowledge of store inventory control.
• PTCB certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy under direct supervision.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Engage customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services.
• Model and share customer service best practices with team members.
• Fill prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct, and checking for possible interactions.
• Handle telephone calls that do not require the personal attention of the pharmacist.
• Assist in inventory management activities, such as ordering and unpacking pharmaceuticals.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Pharmacy Department.
• Earn and maintain PTCB certification through the designated training program.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.5 to $20.
• Opportunities for career advancement through training and certification programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Health and Personal Care Retailers
• Education Level: No Education Listed