Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens Boots Alliance - East Patchogue, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

East Patchogue, NY

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice at Walgreens plays a crucial role in providing patient-centric care within the pharmacy environment. This position involves direct interaction with customers, assisting pharmacists, and utilizing pharmacy systems to manage prescriptions and patient information. The role emphasizes the importance of customer service and relationship building while also offering opportunities for professional growth through a recognized training program.

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.
• Perform duties assigned by Pharmacy Manager, Staff Pharmacist, and Store Manager.
• 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 the assigned cash register and handle cash as required.
• Process manual claims for third-party program prescription services in a timely manner.
• Assist with inventory management activities, including ordering and unpacking pharmaceuticals.
• Assist in administering clinical services, including the collection and labeling of blood/urine samples from patients.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with the local medical community.
• Ensure the Pharmacy Department is stocked, clean, and orderly.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

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

• Flexible hours
• Training and development opportunities
• Earn while you learn Pharmacy Technician Training Program