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Walgreens

Retail pharmacy chain with health services

Certified Senior Pharmacy Technician

PharmacyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeChandler, AZ, USA$21 - $29 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold PTCB or ExCPT certification, except in Puerto Rico.
  • Have one year of work experience as a pharmacy technician in a retail or hospital setting.
  • Be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English, except in Puerto Rico.
  • Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
  • Be willing to obtain active immunization certification within 90 days of hire, except in specified pharmacy settings or where the role is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

  • Engage customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services, resolving issues, and answering questions.
  • Model customer service best practices and Walgreens service traits with team members, including proactive assistance and serving customers until satisfied.
  • Develop strong relationships with valuable customers.
  • Assist in the practice of pharmacy under pharmacist supervision and in accordance with state, federal, and company policy; review and comply with the Walgreens Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
  • Enter patient and drug information in pharmacy systems, fill prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verify medicines, check for possible interactions, and assist pharmacists with scheduling and workflow.
  • Immediately report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and follow company policies and procedures concerning pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
  • Follow the Good Faith Dispensing policy during applicable prescription-dispensing activities.
  • Register related sales on the assigned cash register, collect and handle cash, and assist customers in locating over-the-counter products when possible.
  • 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 inventory activities, including ordering, unpacking, checking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments; use asset-protection techniques and file claims for shipment 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 pharmacists with clinical services, including collecting and properly labeling blood or urine samples, and coordinate clinical services with pharmacy staff, Walgreens healthcare clinics, and external providers.
  • Assist the Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in maintaining relationships with the local medical community through provider outreach to health groups, retirement homes, nursing homes, and other forums.
  • Support execution of the Pickup program.
  • Maintain adequate supplies and ensure the Pharmacy Department is clean, neat, and orderly.
  • 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 maintain state-required certification or registration.
  • Attend requested training, complete PPLs, acquire continuing education credits, and maintain healthcare and pharmacy knowledge, including current developments.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior work experience with Walgreens is preferred.
  • Basic math skills, including counting, measuring, and weighing medications, are preferred.
  • Basic computer skills, 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, are preferred.
  • 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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