Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens Boots Alliance - Calais, ME

Part-time - Entry Level

Calais, ME

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship at Walgreens is designed to provide a patient-centric experience in the pharmacy environment. This role involves assisting pharmacists in various pharmacy operations while engaging with customers to enhance their experience. The apprenticeship program offers training and support to help individuals become certified pharmacy technicians, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the healthcare field.

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, including collecting and labeling blood/urine samples.
• Maintain a clean and orderly Pharmacy Department.

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

• Earn while you learn through the Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Opportunities for career advancement and certification.