Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Walgreens Boots Alliance - El Dorado, AR

Full-time - Entry Level

El Dorado, AR

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 scheduling and maintaining workflow in the pharmacy.
• Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty.
• Register all related sales on the cash register and handle cash as required.
• Assist with inventory management activities, including ordering and unpacking pharmaceuticals.
• Assist in administering clinical services, including collecting and labeling samples from patients.
• Develop and maintain relationships with the local medical community.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Preferred six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Good math skills for accurately filling prescriptions.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of store inventory control.
• Prefer PTCB certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior work experience with Walgreens.
• Knowledge of store inventory control.

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Training and development opportunities
• Earn while you learn program
• PTCB certification support