Albertsons Companies stores (Safeway, Albertsons, and Haggen) have been tasked by the CDC to administer COVID-19 vaccines across the state, the company is announcing a major initiative to hire Licensed Pharmacy Technicians, as well as entry-level Pharmacy Assistants at all of its 177 store-based pharmacies in Washington. The entry-level Pharmacy position requires no previous experience, includes on-the-job training, and optional pathway to become a licensed pharmacy tech in just six months.  

These new job opportunities come at a much-needed time for our state, as the unemployment rate has increased in recent months. The most recent data, from December 2020, shows the unemployment rate at 7.1% up from 5.7% in November 2020. These openings are just in time for those looking for solid jobs right now, with growth potential. 

Link for those to submit applications, and for job descriptions and benefits, visit albertsonscompanies.com/careers. And those seeking appointments through Albertsons Companies can visit https://mhealthappointments.com/covidappt.