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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Colville, WA · On-site

$20.72 - $26.44/hr

Front Desk -> Medical Assistant Apprentice -> Certified Medical Assistant -> Assistant Operations ... Pharmacy Technician Board (PTCB or NHA) certification required. Washington locations must have ...

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Colville, WA · On-site

$20.72 - $26.44/hr

Front Desk -> Medical Assistant Apprentice -> Certified Medical Assistant -> Assistant Operations ... Pharmacy Technician Board (PTCB or NHA) certification required. Washington locations must have ...

Pharmacy Technician

Torrance, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $22.25/hr

This apprenticeship program gives you an entry point to a career in health care by guiding you in taking steps towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy ...

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How much do apprentice pharmacy technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice pharmacy technician in the United States is $19.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an apprentice pharmacy technician?

Apprentice pharmacy technicians are individuals who are in training to become fully certified pharmacy technicians. They work under the supervision of licensed pharmacists and experienced pharmacy technicians to learn how to assist in preparing and dispensing medications, manage inventory, and provide customer service in a pharmacy setting. During their apprenticeship, they gain practical skills and knowledge required for certification and future employment. Apprenticeships often combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction, helping apprentices build a strong foundation in pharmacy operations.

What does an apprentice pharmacy technician do?

As an Apprentice Pharmacy Technician, your daily routine typically includes tasks such as receiving and processing prescriptions, preparing medications, managing inventory, and assisting customers with basic inquiries. You'll work closely under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, learning to ensure medication safety and accuracy. Collaboration is key—you'll regularly communicate with pharmacists, other technicians, and sometimes healthcare providers to clarify prescription details or resolve any issues. This hands-on environment is both fast-paced and supportive, offering valuable learning opportunities and exposure to various aspects of pharmacy operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an apprentice pharmacy technician?

To thrive as an Apprentice Pharmacy Technician, you need a basic understanding of pharmaceutical principles, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with pharmacy management software, prescription processing systems, and inventory management tools is typically expected. Strong organizational skills, customer service orientation, and the ability to communicate clearly with both patients and pharmacists are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure accurate medication dispensing, efficient pharmacy operations, and safe, effective patient care.

What is the difference between Apprentice Pharmacy Technician vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectApprentice Pharmacy TechnicianPharmacy Technician
CertificationsTypically in training, may need to pass a certification examCertified or licensed after completing training and passing exams
Work EnvironmentPharmacies, hospitals, retail settings, under supervisionPharmacies, hospitals, retail, with more independence
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with medication prep, learning procedures, supervised tasksDispensing medications, customer service, inventory management

The main difference is that Apprentice Pharmacy Technicians are in training and work under supervision, while Pharmacy Technicians are fully qualified professionals responsible for medication dispensing and other duties. Apprentices gain experience before becoming licensed Pharmacy Technicians.

Can I apply for apprentice pharmacy technician with no experience?

Yes, many pharmacy technician apprentice programs accept applicants with no prior experience, as they provide on-the-job training and instruction. Candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and must complete required certifications or training programs to become licensed or certified as a pharmacy technician.

How to become an apprentice pharmacy technician?

To become an apprentice pharmacy technician, you typically need to be at least 16 years old, complete a high school diploma or equivalent, and enroll in a pharmacy technician training program or apprenticeship. Most states require passing a background check and may require certification or registration with a state board before working independently.

What can I do with a pharmacy apprenticeship?

A pharmacy apprenticeship for an apprentice pharmacy technician provides hands-on experience in medication preparation, inventory management, and customer service under supervision. It helps develop skills in pharmacy operations, prepares for certification exams, and can lead to full-time technician roles in retail or healthcare settings.
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Infographic showing various Apprentice Pharmacy Technician job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,268 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Colville, WA • On-site

NEW Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees

$20.72 - $26.44/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Committed to bringing healthcare into communities and communities into healthcare since 1978, NEW Health is rural northeast Washington's leading non-profit primary care provider. We treat all patients with the respect they deserve while providing high-quality, integrated medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.

NEW Health has been named one of the best places to work in the Inland Northwest! We set the standard to advance employees within our organization and hold ourselves accountable by tracking employee advancement as one of our key performance indicators. Our workforce development program, NEW Health University, is nationally recognized for developing local career pathway training. We provide all of our staff with paid, on-the-job training to ensure you are confident and successful in your position.

Your Career Pathway with NEW Health

We create pathways for career growth within NEW Health. To support this, we provide all employees with monthly paid training and additionally offer tuition reimbursement and one-on-one career planning. There are many paths to grow your career within NEW Health; here are some examples:

Front Desk -> Medical Assistant Apprentice -> Certified Medical Assistant -> Assistant Operations Manager -> Clinic Operations Manager

Dental Assistant Trainee -> Dental Assistant -> Assistant Operations Manager ->

Care Coordination Manager

Pharmacy Assistant -> Pharmacy Technician Apprentice -> Pharmacy Technician -> 340B Specialist

Benefits with You and Your Family in Mind

  • Up to three weeksof paid time off your first year plusnine paid holidays
  • Free Life Flight membership for your family
  • No-cost medical, dental, andvision insurance for employees
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • 401(k) plan with matching contribution
  • Continuing education, license, and tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • The above list is not inclusive of all full-time employee benefits and is dependent upon eligibility criteria.

Purpose of the Job:

Improve the overall health of the communities we serve by expanding the availability of health care by assisting the Pharmacist in providing prescriptions to patients as follows.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reconstitutes pharmaceutical drugs, fills bottles with prescribed medication, and completes labels for bottles.
  • Files prescriptions and retrieves pharmacy records as required.
  • Files completed prescriptions alphabetically on shelf for patient pick-up in the pharmacy. Sells prescriptions when requested to do so by Pharmacist where no counseling is deemed necessary.
  • Accepts phone calls to/from pharmacy regarding prescription refills by number, pricing information, provider refill requests, business hours, availability of goods and services, etc.
  • Places, receives, unpacks, and stores incoming supplies and drug orders.
  • Collects payments from patients and other related front counter tasks.
  • Processes prescriptions dispensed to patient, computes charges, and enters data in computer utilizing pharmacy and health center software systems.
  • Requests refills on behalf of patient to appropriate provider.
  • Cleans equipment and sterilizes glassware according to prescribed methods.
  • Counts and pours from stock bottles for individual prescriptions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and the accuracy of the prescription contents is checked by licensed pharmacist.
  • Transcribes orders and the accuracy is checked by licensed pharmacists.
  • Preforms tasks under pharmacist's supervisor, such as obtaining prepackaged labeled medications for prescriptions, obtains stock bottles for prescription filling.
  • Performs other duties as needed.
  • Travel may be required.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience: Pharmacy Technician Board (PTCB or NHA) certification required. Washington locations must have active Pharmacy Technician Certification license with WA Department of Health at time of hire. Idaho locations must have active Certified Pharmacy Technician Registration license with ID State Board of Pharmacy at time of hire. Experience as a pharmacy technician preferred. Experience with third party billing required. Experience with electronic health records required.

Skills: Excellent customer service, oral and written communications skills required. Compassion for patients required. Must be able to work well in team environment. Ability to multi-task in fast-paced work environment,

with ability to anticipate future needs. Computer skills required. Medical terminology and accurate spelling ability required.

Physical Demands:

Techs must be able to move around the facility between 1/3rd and 2/3rds of the day, while sitting at a workstation occurs under 1/3rd of the day. Using hands and reaching with arms occurs over 2/3rds of the day. Communicating is also required over 2/3rds of the day, while climbing, stooping or crawling is minimal. Smelling, while not required, is a by-product of the lab. Lifting up to 10 lbs occurs occasionally, while 25-50 lbs occurs infrequently.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.