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Walgreens

Retail pharmacy chain with health services

Certified Senior Pharmacy Technician

PharmacyPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeEl Paso, TX, USA$19.75 - $27.50 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • PTCB or ExCPT certification is required, except in Puerto Rico.
  • At least one year of work experience as a pharmacy technician in a retail or hospital setting is required.
  • Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English is required, except in Puerto Rico.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is required.
  • Willingness to obtain active immunization certification within 90 days of hire is required, except in Community Specialty Pharmacy, Health System Pharmacy locations, or locations where the role is covered under a collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

  • Engage customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services, and resolve customer issues and answer questions.
  • Model and share customer service best practices, including interpersonal habits and Walgreens service traits, with team members.
  • Develop strong relationships with valuable customers.
  • Under pharmacist supervision, assist in the practice of pharmacy in accordance with state, federal, and company policies, and comply with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
  • Perform assigned duties, including using pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information accurately, retrieving, counting, and pouring drugs to fill prescriptions, verifying medication accuracy, checking for possible interactions, and assisting pharmacists with workflow scheduling and maintenance.
  • Immediately report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and follow company prescription-error policies and the Quality Improvement Program.
  • Follow the Walgreen Co. Good Faith Dispensing policy during applicable prescription dispensing activities.
  • Register related sales on the assigned cash register and handle cash as required; when possible, escort customers to the over-the-counter aisle to locate products.
  • Handle telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist’s personal attention, including calls to physicians.
  • Correct and resubmit manual third-party prescription-service claims promptly and efficiently, and perform other clerical duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.
  • Lead Pharmacy Department inventory activities, including ordering, unpacking, checking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments; apply asset-protection practices and file claims for warehouse overages, shortages, order errors, or damaged prescription drugs.
  • Assist the Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in analyzing and improving pharmacy financial, customer-service, and inventory performance data, including reviewing prescription key performance indicators with the Store Manager and Healthcare Supervisor.
  • May assist the pharmacist with clinical services, including collecting and properly labeling patient blood or urine samples; assist pharmacy staff in coordinating clinical services, Walgreens healthcare clinics, and external providers.
  • Assist the Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in maintaining relationships with the local medical community through provider detailing and outreach to healthcare groups, retirement homes, nursing homes, and other forums to enhance growth opportunities.
  • Support execution of the Pickup program.
  • Maintain the Pharmacy Department’s supplies, cleanliness, neatness, and orderly condition and appearance.
  • Coach pharmacy technicians and cashiers in the correct use of processes and tools to improve pharmacy efficiency.
  • Comply with company policies and procedures and maintain respectful relationships with coworkers.
  • Complete special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
  • Maintain PTCB or ExCPT certification through the designated training program and/or state-required certification or registration; attend requested training, complete PPLs, earn continuing education credits, and maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy, including current news and developments.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior work experience with Walgreens is preferred.
  • Basic math skills, including counting, measuring, and weighing medications, are preferred.
  • Basic PC skills are preferred, including starting and shutting down a computer, using a mouse, opening and closing programs, switching between programs, saving files, printing documents, and accessing information online.
  • Knowledge of store inventory control is preferred.

About the Company

Walgreens

Retail pharmacy chain with health services

Walgreens is a retail pharmacy network in the United States that sells prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, health and wellness products, and offers photo services. It operates through a large network of stores and an online platform, enabling customers to order prescriptions or products online and pick them up the same day. Walgreens’ photo service lets customers print photos and create personalized gifts such as photo books, cards, invitations, and other custom items via in-store kiosks or online. The company differentiates itself with a nationwide store footprint, integrated pharmacy and health services, and the ability to deliver convenience through online ordering and same-day pickup. Its goal is to provide convenient access to medications and health-related products while expanding personalized consumer services to improve everyday wellness.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$25M
Headquarters
Deerfield, IL
Founded
1901

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