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Walgreens

Retail pharmacy chain with health services

Certified Senior Pharmacy Technician

PharmacyPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeCary, NC, 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 evening and weekend hours, 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, resolving issues and answering questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
  • Model and share customer service best practices with team members, including interpersonal habits and Walgreens service traits.
  • Develop strong relationships with valuable customers.
  • Under pharmacist supervision, assist in the practice of pharmacy in accordance with state, federal, and company policy, and comply with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
  • Perform assigned duties, including using pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information accurately, filling prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicines, and checking for possible interactions.
  • Assist pharmacists in scheduling and maintaining workflow.
  • Immediately report prescription errors to the pharmacist on duty and follow company policies and procedures for pharmacy errors 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; 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 claims for third-party prescription-service programs promptly and efficiently, and perform other assigned clerical duties.
  • Lead pharmacy inventory activities, including ordering, unpacking, checking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments; apply asset-protection techniques and file claims for 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 labeling blood or urine samples and coordinating 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 to support growth opportunities.
  • Support execution of the Pickup program.
  • Maintain adequate pharmacy supplies and ensure the department is clean, neat, orderly, and presentable.
  • Coach pharmacy technicians and cashiers in using processes and tools correctly to improve pharmacy efficiency.
  • Comply with company policies and procedures and maintain respectful coworker relationships.
  • Complete special assignments and other assigned tasks.
  • Maintain PTCB or ExCPT certification through the designated training program and/or state-required certification or registration.
  • Attend requested training, complete assigned PPLs, acquire continuing education credits, and maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy, 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, starting 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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