Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship Position Available In Orange, North Carolina

Job Description:

Our pharmacy technician positions have undergone an excitingtransformation, moving from a transaction-based environment to amuch more patient-centric one. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technicianor Pharmacy Technician Apprentice, you’ll be front and center

• interacting with our customers and developing strong patientrelationships. Pharmacy is the core of our business, and ourpharmacy technicians enjoy all the tools and support
• includingthe latest technology
• to grow their careers and reach theirgoals.

Walgreens is proud to invest & champion an “earn while you learn”Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP &Department of Labor. This apprenticeship program gives you an entrypoint to a career in health care by guiding you in taking stepstowards becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)Certified Pharmacy Technician and helping you maintain the highlevel of skill required in the pharmacy care industry. Arming youwith a nationally recognized, portable credential that will helpyou advance your career. Whether you are new to working in pharmacies or are an experiencedPharmacy Technician Apply Now! Walgreens will train you to use yourskills and talents to serve and care for our patients andcustomers. The courses, learning activities, and resources providedto you in our pharmacy technician training program are designed togive you foundational and advanced knowledge, skills, andon-the-job experiences you need to prepare to become a certifiedpharmacy technician. In accordance with state and federal regulations, assists thepharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy.

Assists the pharmacist in the performance of other PharmacyDepartment duties in accordance with Company policies andprocedures. Responsible for using pharmacy systems to obtain patient anddrug information and process prescriptions. If PTCB certified,assists with and coaches pharmacy technicians in the operation ofpharmacy systems and cashiers in the operation of the pharmacy cashregisters. Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customerexperience.

Customer Experience Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offeringassistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues andanswers questions to ensure a positive customer experience. Models and shares customer service best practices with all teammembers to deliver a distinctive and delightful customerexperience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eyecontact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g.,offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing untilsatisfied, etc.). Develops strong relationships with most valuable customers. Operations Under the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practiceof pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy.

Reviews and complies with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code ofConduct. Performs duties as assigned by Pharmacy Manager, StaffPharmacist and Store Manager including utilizing pharmacy systemsto enter patient and drug information, ensuring information isentered correctly, filling prescriptions by retrieving, countingand pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct,and checking for possible interactions. Assists pharmacists inscheduling and maintaining work flow. Reports, immediately, prescription errors to pharmacist on dutyand adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation topharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program. Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding GoodFaith Dispensing during all applicable prescription dispensingactivities. Responsible and accountable for registering all related saleson assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required.

Takes customer to OTC aisle when possible to assist in locatingproducts. Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attentionof the pharmacist, including those to physicians. Processes (corrects and resubmits) manual claims for thirdparty program prescription services in a timely and efficientmanner, and performs other clerical duties, as assigned by thePharmacy Manager. Assists and supports Pharmacy Department on inventorymanagement activities, such as, ordering, unpacking, checking andstoring shipment of pharmaceuticals. Maintains knowledge of Companyasset protection techniques, and files claims for warehouseoverages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages(merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damagedgoods involving Rx drugs. May assist pharmacist in administering clinical servicesincluding the collection and proper labeling of blood/urine samplesfrom patients and other clinical services as required; assistspharmacy staff in coordination of clinical services, Walgreenshealthcare clinics and external providers. Assists Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in developing andmaintaining good relationships with the local medical community,including physicians, nurses, and other health care providers, bymedical provider detailing and outreach to health groups,retirement homes, nursing homes, and other forums for enhancinggrowth opportunities. Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring thePharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neatand orderly in condition and appearance. Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintainsrespectful relationships with coworkers. Completes special assignments and other tasks as assigned. Training & Personal Development Earns and maintains PTCB certification through the designatedPTCB training program and/or state requiredcertification/registration. Otherwise, earns PTCB certification ascondition of promotion to senior technician. Attends training requested by Manager and acquires continuingeducation credits. Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare andpharmacy, including latest news and developments. Basic Qualifications Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.(Except in Puerto Rico) Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, includingevening and weekend hours. Preferred Qualifications Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment. Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens. Prefer good math skills so they can fill prescriptionsaccurately, including counting, measuring and weighingmedications. Prefer good computer skills. Prefer the knowledge of store inventory control. Prefer PTCB certification.

We will consider employment ofqualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on avariety of factors including geography, skills and abilities,education, experience and other relevant factors. This role willremain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here .If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link,please copy and paste this URL into your browserjobs.walgreens.com/benefits