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As a Pharmacy Technician at Walgreens, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and service. Our pharmacy technicians are the face of our pharmacy, interacting with customers and developing strong relationships with our patients.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Pharmacy Technician. In this role, you will assist pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy, including filling prescriptions, verifying medication, and providing excellent customer service.

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, utilizing the latest technology to support our patients and customers. You will also have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in healthcare and pharmacy, including the latest news and developments.

We offer a comprehensive training program, which includes earning and maintaining PTCB certification through our designated PTCB training program. Our team is committed to providing exceptional patient care and service, and we are looking for a like-minded individual to join our team.

• Assist pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy, including filling prescriptions, verifying medication, and providing excellent customer service.
• Use pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Fill prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct, and checking for possible interactions.
• Provide exceptional customer service, including greeting customers, answering questions, and resolving issues.
• Develop strong relationships with customers and patients, including most valuable customers.
• Assist in scheduling and maintaining work flow, including reviewing and complying with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
• Report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and adhere to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
• Strictly adhere to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing during all applicable prescription dispensing activities.
• Register all related sales on assigned cash register, collect and handle cash as required, and take customers to OTC aisle when possible to assist in locating products.
• Process manual claims for third-party program prescription services in a timely and efficient manner, and perform other clerical duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.
• Assist in inventory management activities, including ordering, unpacking, checking, and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals.
• May assist pharmacist in administering clinical services, including the collection and proper labeling of blood/urine samples from patients and other clinical services as required.
• Assist Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in developing and maintaining good relationships with the local medical community, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
• Assist with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat, and orderly in condition and appearance.

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
• Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens.
• Prefer good math skills to fill prescriptions accurately, including counting, measuring, and weighing medications.
• Prefer good computer skills.
• Prefer knowledge of store inventory control.
• Prefer PTCB certification.