Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

$34,320 - $41,600/Yr

Walgreens Boots Alliance - Lenoir, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Lenoir, NC

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

As a Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprentice at Walgreens, you will play a crucial role in providing patient-centered care and support within the pharmacy. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to engage with customers, assist pharmacists, and develop strong relationships while gaining valuable skills and knowledge in the healthcare field. The apprenticeship program is designed to help you earn while you learn, ultimately guiding you towards becoming a certified pharmacy technician.

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.
• 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.
• Assist in inventory management activities, including ordering and unpacking pharmaceuticals.
• Assist pharmacists in administering clinical services as required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy department.

Requirements

• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to assist pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy under supervision.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of pharmacy systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prior work experience with Walgreens.
• Good math skills for accurately filling prescriptions.
• Knowledge of store inventory control.
• PTCB certification.

Benefits

• Earn while you learn through the Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Opportunity to earn college credit hours through the apprenticeship program.
• Access to training and continuing education credits.