Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship
Company: Walgreens
Location: Palm Harbor
Posted on: May 26, 2023
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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 Experience
Engages 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.
Operations
Under 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 Development
Earns 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: 1170828BR
Title: Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship
Company Indicator: Walgreens
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Retail
Full Store Address: 3420 E LAKE RD,PALM HARBOR,FL,34685
Full District Office Address: 3420 E LAKE RD,PALM
HARBOR,FL,34685-02401-01189-S
External Basic Qualifications:
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.
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Shift: Various
Store: 01189-PALM HARBOR FL
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