Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship
Walgreens · Cornish, ME · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$17–$20.5/hrFull-time
About the role
Step behind the counter as a pharmacy technician / pharm tech apprenticeship, always front and center in building relationships and helping customers find better health.
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 pharmacists in scheduling and maintaining work flow.
- Reports prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
- Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist.
- Processes manual claims for third party program prescription services in a timely and efficient manner.
- Assists and supports Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities.
- Administers clinical services including the collection and proper labeling of blood/urine samples from patients and other clinical services as required.
- Supports the local medical community by medical provider detailing and outreach to health groups, retirement homes, nursing homes, and other forums.
- Ensures the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat and orderly in condition and appearance.
Requirements
- Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
Qualifications
- Earns and maintains PTCB certification through the designated PTCB training program and/or state required certification/registration.
- Attends training requested by Manager and acquires continuing education credits.
- Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy, including latest news and developments.
Skills
- Communicator
- Compassionate
- Detail-oriented
- Trustworthy
- Problem Solver
- Responsible
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision
- Prescription coverage
- Retail Savings Plan (401(k))
- Employee discount
- Work & life resources
- Career development programs