Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

$35,360 - $42,640/Yr

Walgreens Boots Alliance - Minneapolis, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Minneapolis, MN

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

As a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice at Walgreens, you will play a crucial role in providing patient-centered care and support within the pharmacy. This apprenticeship program is designed to help you gain the necessary skills and knowledge to become a certified pharmacy technician, while also allowing you to earn a wage as you learn. You will interact with customers, assist pharmacists, and ensure the smooth operation of pharmacy services, all while adhering to company policies and regulations.

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.
• Resolve customer issues and answer questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Fill prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct, and checking for possible interactions.
• Assist pharmacists in scheduling and maintaining workflow.
• Register all related sales on assigned cash register and handle cash as required.
• Assist with 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.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.

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

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $17.00 to $20.50.
• Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.