Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMedical Arts Building, 603, Main Street West, Knoxville Central Business District, South Waterfront, Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Knox County, East Tennessee, Tennessee, 37902, United States
About the Role
Our pharmacy technician positions have undergone an exciting transformation, moving from a transaction-based environment to a much 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 grow their careers and reach their goals.
Whether you are new to working in pharmacies or are an experienced Pharmacy Technician, Walgreens will train you to use your skills and talents to serve and care for our patients and customers. The courses, learning activities, and resources provided in our pharmacy technician training program are designed to give you foundational and advanced knowledge, skills, and on-the-job experiences you need to prepare to become a certified pharmacy technician.
Our Commitment to Growth
Walgreens is proud to invest and champion an "earn while you learn" Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor. This apprenticeship program gives you an entry point to a career in health care by guiding you in taking steps towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy Technician. It helps you maintain the high level of skill required in the pharmacy care industry, arming you with a nationally recognized, portable credential that will help you advance your career.
Equal Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Medical Arts Building, 603, Main Street West, Knoxville Central Business District, South Waterfront, Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Knox County, East Tennessee, Tennessee, 37902, United States
Knoxville, Tennessee
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy under direct supervision
- check_circleProcess prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring pharmaceutical drugs
- check_circleEnter patient and drug information into pharmacy systems accurately
- check_circleEngage customers and patients to resolve issues and deliver a positive experience
- check_circleSupport inventory management by ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceuticals
- check_circleRegister sales on cash registers and handle cash transactions
- check_circleAssist in administering clinical services such as collecting blood or urine samples
- check_circleProcess and resubmit manual claims for third-party prescription services
- check_circleMaintain pharmacy department cleanliness and ensure adequate supply levels
Requirements
- verifiedMust be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
- verifiedWillingness to work flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours
- verifiedPrefer six months of experience in a retail environment
- verifiedPrefer good math skills
- verifiedPrefer good computer skills
- verifiedPrefer knowledge of store inventory control
- verifiedPrefer PTCB certification
Nice to Have
Six months of experience in a retail environment. Prior work experience with Walgreens. Good math skills for filling prescriptions accurately. Good computer skills. Knowledge of store inventory control. PTCB certification.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleEarn while you learn Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor
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What does a Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship at Walgreens do?expand_more
In this Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship at Walgreens role, you will assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy under direct supervision; process prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring pharmaceutical drugs; enter patient and drug information into pharmacy systems accurately; and engage customers and patients to resolve issues and deliver a positive experience.
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Walgreens is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English; Willingness to work flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours; Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment; Prefer good math skills; Prefer good computer skills; and Prefer knowledge of store inventory control.
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Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship at Walgreens is based in Medical Arts Building, 603, Main Street West, Knoxville Central Business District, South Waterfront, Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Knox County, East Tennessee, Tennessee, 37902, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Walgreens has listed this Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship role as on-site.
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Candidates for Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship at Walgreens should have intern.
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Key skills for Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship at Walgreens include PTCB Certification; English; Math; Computer Skills; and Inventory Control.
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Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship at Walgreens is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates as a prominent retail pharmacy chain headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois. Established in 1901, the organization has maintained a long-standing commitment to community care for over a century. The company currently manages a network of approximately 8,500 stores across the United States and Puerto Rico, serving nearly 9 million customers and patients daily through its physical locations and digital platforms. The workforce comprises around 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers dedicated to delivering medical and wellness support. Walgreens focuses on building trusted relationships to foster healthier futures for its diverse stakeholders, aiming to be the primary choice for retail pharmacy and health services. The enterprise combines traditional retail operations with modern omni-channel strategies to meet the evolving needs of its market.
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