Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

About the role

Walgreens is proud to offer an "earn while you learn" Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor. This apprenticeship program guides you in becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy Technician and helps you maintain the necessary skills in the pharmacy care industry.

Responsibilities

• Assists the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy.
• Uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services.
• Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Assists in the practice of pharmacy, following state, federal, and company policies.
• Performs duties as assigned by Pharmacy Manager, Staff Pharmacist, and Store Manager, including entering patient and drug information, filling prescriptions, and assisting pharmacists in scheduling and maintaining work flow.
• Reports prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and adheres to company policies and procedures regarding pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
• Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including those to physicians.
• Processes manual claims for third-party program prescription services and performs other clerical duties as assigned.
• Assists with inventory management activities, such as ordering, unpacking, checking, and storing shipments of pharmaceuticals.
• Supports the Pharmacy Department in developing and maintaining relationships with the local medical community, including physicians, nurses, and other health care providers.
• Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat, and orderly in condition and appearance.
• Completes special assignments and other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Prior work experience with Walgreens preferred.
• Good math and computer skills preferred.
• Knowledge of store inventory control preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Skills

• Communicator
• Compassionate
• Detail-oriented
• Trustworthy
• Problem Solver
• Responsible

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• Prescription coverage
• Retail Savings Plan (401(k))
• Employee discount
• Work & life resources
• Career development programs

*with a 30-hour work week

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