Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens Boots Alliance - Bartlett, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Bartlett, TN

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship at Walgreens is a transformative role focused on patient care and customer service. This position allows individuals to engage directly with customers while assisting pharmacists in various pharmacy operations. The apprenticeship program provides a pathway to becoming a certified pharmacy technician, equipping candidates with essential skills and knowledge for a successful career in healthcare.

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.
• Assist in filling prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring pharmaceutical drugs.
• Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty immediately.
• Register all related sales on the assigned cash register and handle cash as required.
• Assist in inventory management activities, including ordering and unpacking pharmaceuticals.
• Assist pharmacists in administering clinical services and coordinating with healthcare providers.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the Pharmacy Department.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to earn and maintain PTCB certification through the designated training program.

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.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling