Pharmacy Operations Manager

The Pharmacy Operations Manager role at Walgreens in Great Bend, Barton County, US, oversees daily non‑clinical pharmacy activities and ensures a smooth, patient‑focused workflow. This full‑time position also serves as a certified pharmacy technician.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day non‑clinical pharmacy operations and administrative tasks.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and cashiers, providing coaching and performance feedback.
• Operate pharmacy computer systems to retrieve patient and medication data and accurately process prescriptions.
• Coordinate inventory control, ordering, and stock rotation to minimize waste.
• Ensure a positive patient experience through efficient service and clear communication.
• Collaborate with the supervising pharmacist on workflow improvements and policy updates.

Requirements

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a retail pharmacy setting, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy software, prescription processing, and medication safety.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and customer‑service skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• High school diploma or GED; additional pharmacy‑related education is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $58,257.47 annually. Walgreens offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and employee discounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications are required for the Pharmacy Operations Manager role?

A certified pharmacy technician (CPhT) with at least two years of retail pharmacy experience, preferably in a supervisory capacity, is required.

What are the primary duties of this position?

The role includes managing daily non‑clinical pharmacy operations, supervising technicians and cashiers, processing prescriptions, maintaining compliance, and ensuring a positive patient experience.

What benefits does Walgreens offer for this position?

Walgreens provides health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee discounts, and other competitive benefits alongside the annual salary.