Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

$34,320 - $41,600/Yr

Walgreens Boots Alliance - Hoover, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Hoover, AL

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

As a Pharmacy Technician or Pharm Tech Apprentice at Walgreens, you will play a crucial role in the healthcare system, directly interacting with customers and helping them achieve better health outcomes. This position is designed to provide you with a comprehensive introduction to the pharmacy field, where you will be at the forefront of patient care. The pharmacy environment is evolving, and Walgreens is committed to transforming the traditional transaction-based model into a more patient-centric approach. You will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with customers, assisting them in their health journeys while also receiving the support and training necessary to advance your career. The Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Training Program is recognized by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and the Department of Labor, allowing you to earn while you learn. This apprenticeship program serves as a gateway to a fulfilling career in healthcare, guiding you towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy Technician. You will gain essential skills and knowledge through a combination of coursework, hands-on training, and mentorship, preparing you for the responsibilities of a certified pharmacy technician. In your role, you will assist pharmacists in various tasks, including processing prescriptions, managing pharmacy systems, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. You will also engage with customers, providing them with a distinctive and delightful experience. Your responsibilities will include entering patient and drug information, filling prescriptions, and maintaining inventory, all while adhering to Walgreens' policies and procedures. This position not only offers a chance to develop your technical skills but also emphasizes the importance of customer service and relationship-building in the pharmacy setting.

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.
• Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and adhere to company policies regarding pharmacy errors.
• Register all related sales on assigned cash register and handle cash as required.
• Assist in inventory management activities, such as ordering, unpacking, checking, and storing shipments of pharmaceuticals.
• Assist pharmacists in administering clinical services, including the collection and proper labeling of blood/urine samples from patients.
• Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy department and ensure it is stocked with adequate supplies.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to assist pharmacists in various pharmacy duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Basic computer skills to operate pharmacy systems and cash registers.
• Good math skills for accurately filling prescriptions, including counting, measuring, and weighing medications.

Nice-to-haves

• Six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prior work experience with Walgreens.
• Knowledge of store inventory control.
• PTCB certification.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.5 to $20.
• Opportunity to earn while you learn through the Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Access to training and continuing education credits through the Walgreens pharmacy technician apprenticeship program.