PHARMACY TECHNICIAN / PHARM TECH APPRENTICESHIP
Company: Walgreens
Location: Rock Hill
Posted on: September 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description: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.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
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 and helping 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.Whether you are new to working in
pharmacies or are an experienced Pharmacy Technician Apply Now!
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 to you 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.In accordance
with state and federal regulations, assists the pharmacist, under
direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy. Assists the
pharmacist in the performance of other Pharmacy Department duties
in accordance with Company policies and procedures.Responsible for
using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and
process prescriptions. If PTCB certified, assists with and coaches
pharmacy technicians in the operation of pharmacy systems and
cashiers in the operation of the pharmacy cash registers.Models and
delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience.Customer
ExperienceEngages customers and patients by greeting them and
offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer
issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer
experience.Models and shares customer service best practices with
all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer
experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye
contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g.,
offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until
satisfied, etc.).Develops strong relationships with most valuable
customers.OperationsUnder the supervision by the pharmacist, assist
in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and
company policy. Reviews and complies with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy
Code of Conduct.Performs duties as assigned by Pharmacy Manager,
Staff Pharmacist and Store Manager including utilizing pharmacy
systems to enter patient and drug information, ensuring information
is entered correctly, filling prescriptions by retrieving, counting
and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct,
and checking for possible interactions. Assists pharmacists in
scheduling and maintaining work flow.Reports, immediately,
prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adheres to Company
policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the
Quality Improvement Program.Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co.
policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing during all applicable
prescription dispensing activities.Responsible and accountable for
registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects
and handles cash as required. Takes customer to OTC aisle when
possible to assist in locating products.Handles telephone calls
that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including
those to physicians.Processes (corrects and resubmits) manual
claims for third party program prescription services in a timely
and efficient manner, and performs other clerical duties, as
assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.Assists and supports Pharmacy
Department on inventory management activities, such as, ordering,
unpacking, checking and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals.
Maintains knowledge of Company asset protection techniques, and
files claims for warehouse overages (merchandise received, but not
billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order
errors or damaged goods involving Rx drugs.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; assists pharmacy staff in coordination of
clinical services, Walgreens healthcare clinics and external
providers.Assists Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in
developing and maintaining good relationships with the local
medical community, including physicians, nurses, and other health
care providers, by medical provider detailing and outreach to
health groups, retirement homes, nursing homes, and other forums
for enhancing growth opportunities.Assists with exterior and
interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked
with adequate supplies, clean, neat and orderly in condition and
appearance.Complies with all company policies and procedures;
maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.Completes special
assignments and other tasks as assigned.Training & Personal
DevelopmentEarns and maintains PTCB certification through the
designated PTCB training program and/or state required
certification/registration. Otherwise, earns PTCB certification as
condition of promotion to senior technician.Attends training and
completes PPLs requested by Manager and acquires continuing
education credits. Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and
pharmacy, including latest news and developments.Through completion
of the Walgreens pharmacy technician apprenticeship program,
experience qualifies for eight (8) college credit hours as
recognized by the American Council on Education (ACE). This course
is recommended for 3 semester hours at the lower-division
baccalaureate/associate degree category and 5 semester hours in the
upper-division baccalaureate degree category for a total of 8
semester hours.Job ID: 1454854BRTitle: Pharmacy Technician / Pharm
Tech ApprenticeshipCompany Indicator: WalgreensEmployment Type:
Part-timeJob Function: RetailFull Store Address: 1008 OAKLAND
AVE,ROCK HILL,SC,29732Full District Office Address: 1008 OAKLAND
AVE,ROCK HILL,SC,29732-03035-04842-SExternal Basic
Qualifications:Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking
English. (Except in Puerto Rico)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 prescriptions accurately, including counting, measuring and
weighing medications.Prefer good computer skills.Prefer the
knowledge of store inventory control.Prefer PTCB certification.The
following information is applicable for San Francisco, CA
applicants: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we
will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and
conviction records.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. This role will remain open until filled. To review
benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits . If you
are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please
copy and paste this URL into your browser
jobs.walgreens.com/benefitsShift: VariousStore: 04842-ROCK HILL
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