Pharmacy Technician

Job Description:

As a Pharmacy Technician at Walgreens, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and services. Our pharmacy technicians enjoy a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities to grow their careers and reach their goals.

Our pharmacy technician positions have undergone an exciting transformation, moving from a transaction-based environment to a more patient-centric one. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice, you'll be front and center – interacting with our customers and developing strong patient relationships.

Pharmacy is the core of our business, and our pharmacy technicians enjoy all the tools and support – including the latest technology – to excel in their roles. We are proud to invest in and champion an "earn while you learn" Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor.

This apprenticeship program gives you an entry point to a career in healthcare by guiding you in taking steps towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy Technician and helping you maintain the high level of skill required in the pharmacy care industry.

Whether you are new to working in pharmacies or are an experienced Pharmacy Technician, we will train you to use your skills and talents to serve and care for our patients and customers. Our pharmacy technician training program is designed to give you foundational and advanced knowledge, skills, and on-the-job experiences you need to prepare to become a certified pharmacy technician.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy, under direct supervision, in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Model and deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Engage customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services.
• Resolve customer issues and answer questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Develop strong relationships with most valuable customers.
• Perform duties as assigned by Pharmacy Manager, Staff Pharmacist, and Store Manager.
• Report prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adhere to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
• Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required.
• Process manual claims for third-party program prescription services in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assist and support Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, such as 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.
• Assist with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat, and orderly in condition and appearance.

Requirements:

• 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors, including geography, skills, and abilities, education, experience, and other relevant factors.