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Walgreens

Retail pharmacy chain with health services

Certified Senior Pharmacy Technician

PharmacyPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeLas Vegas, NV, 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, offering assistance with products and services, resolving issues, and answering questions.
  • Model customer service best practices and Walgreens service traits, including proactive assistance and servicing customers until satisfied.
  • Develop strong relationships with most 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 Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
  • Enter patient and drug information into pharmacy systems, ensure information is entered correctly, fill prescriptions by retrieving, counting, and pouring drugs, verify medicine, and check 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 related to 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 collect and handle cash as required; assist customers in locating products in the OTC aisle 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 services 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 techniques and file claims for Rx drug shipment overages, shortages, order errors, or damaged goods.
  • Assist the Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in analyzing and improving pharmacy financial, customer service, and inventory performance data, including reviewing Rx KPIs with the Store Manager and Healthcare Supervisor.
  • May assist the pharmacist in administering 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 medical provider detailing and outreach to health groups, retirement homes, nursing homes, and other forums for growth opportunities.
  • 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 state-required certification or registration.
  • Attend training, complete PPLs requested by the Manager, 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 PC 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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