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$13.75 - $16.25/hr

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How much do hospital trainee jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital trainee in the United States is $43,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of responsibilities can a Hospital Trainee expect during their rotation, and how is their work typically supervised?

Hospital Trainees often rotate through various departments, performing tasks like patient assessments, assisting with procedures, and supporting medical staff with administrative duties. Their responsibilities are closely supervised by experienced healthcare professionals, ensuring they gain hands-on experience while maintaining patient safety. Trainees typically receive regular feedback and participate in team meetings, which helps them develop clinical skills and understand the collaborative nature of hospital work.

What is the least stressful job in a hospital?

Within a hospital, roles such as medical records technician or administrative assistant tend to be less stressful because they involve clerical tasks and limited patient interaction. These positions usually have regular hours and less exposure to emergency situations compared to clinical roles like nurses or doctors.

What jobs pay 4000 a week without a degree?

Hospital trainees typically do not earn $4,000 a week without a degree; such high weekly pay is uncommon in entry-level healthcare roles. Jobs that can pay this amount without a degree often include specialized trades like commercial pilots, real estate brokers, or certain sales positions, which may require licenses or experience rather than formal degrees. High-paying roles generally demand specific skills, certifications, or significant experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hospital Trainee, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospital Trainee, you need a basic understanding of medical terminology, patient care processes, and often a relevant educational background such as a degree or coursework in healthcare. Familiarity with electronic health record systems, basic laboratory tools, and hospital safety protocols is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability help trainees learn quickly and support healthcare teams effectively. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring patient safety, efficient care delivery, and successful integration into the hospital environment.

What is the easiest hospital job to get into?

Hospital trainee positions such as patient care assistants or medical receptionists are often the easiest hospital jobs to obtain, as they typically require minimal formal education and on-the-job training. These roles usually have lower entry barriers and may require basic certifications like CPR or first aid. Experience in customer service or healthcare environments can also improve chances of hiring.

How do I get into healthcare with no experience?

Hospital trainees often start by volunteering or applying for entry-level positions such as patient transport or administrative roles to gain exposure. Obtaining relevant certifications like CPR or basic life support can improve chances, and pursuing related education or training programs can also help build necessary skills for healthcare roles.

What is the difference between Hospital Trainee vs Medical Intern?

AspectHospital TraineeMedical Intern
Required CredentialsMedical degree or nearing completionMedical degree completed, in internship year
Work EnvironmentHospital departments under supervisionHospital wards, clinics, and supervised settings
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, medical training programsHospitals, medical schools, residency programs

Both Hospital Trainee and Medical Intern roles involve hands-on clinical experience in hospital settings. The key difference is that Medical Interns have completed their medical degree and are in their internship year, while Hospital Trainees may still be completing their education or training requirements. Both positions are essential for medical training and often overlap in work environment and employer usage.

What are hospital trainees?

Hospital trainees are individuals who are undergoing practical training in a hospital setting, typically as part of their education in fields such as medicine, nursing, or allied health. They work under the supervision of experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience and develop their clinical skills. Hospital trainees may include medical students, resident doctors, interns, or student nurses. Their responsibilities often involve assisting with patient care, learning medical procedures, and participating in educational activities. This training is essential for preparing them to become fully qualified healthcare professionals.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Trainee job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,530 per year, or $20.9 per hour.
Pharmacy Technician Trainee - Yawkey Outpatient Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician Trainee - Yawkey Outpatient Pharmacy

Boston Medical Center

Boston, MA • On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Boston Medical Center rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 106 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

448th of 1,020 rated hospitals


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor, Pharmacist and according to department policies & procedures, and guidelines, Pharmacy Technician Trainee is responsible for performing many supportive functions in the department for the purpose of providing high quality patient focused pharmacy services. All duties are supervised prior to delivery of medications to patient.
Position: Pharmacy Technician Trainee
Department: Retail Pharmacy - Yawkey
Schedule: Per Diem
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • The trainee assists the pharmacist in providing effective, appropriate, and safe pharmacy services.
  • All duties are supervised prior to delivery of medications to patient.
  • Attends in-service orientation to learn and then perform the following:

Tech assistance:
  • Provides assistance as a Pharmacy Technician.
  • Maintains appropriate records up-to-date.
  • Responsible for the processing of patient specific medication pursuant to a provider's prescription order, and for timely, efficient and accurate preparation of prescription medication orders. Ensures all work is checked by a pharmacist.
  • Develops and maintains proficiency to perform inventory maintenance, medication repackaging, medication packaging equipment, general distribution skills, unit dose cassette fill.

General duties:
  • Maintains all work environments in a clean and orderly fashion.
  • Maintains good telephone communication skills.
  • Attends and participates in all appropriate department programs and committees.
  • Remains informed by reading all department communications.
  • Reports to the pharmacist or direct supervisor the finding of malfunctioning equipment, and unsafe working conditions.
  • Maintains excellent familiarity with appropriate department policies and procedures.
  • Performs all department required quality assurance responsibilities.
  • Conforms to hospital standards of conduct so that the best possible customer service and patient care may be provided:
  • Conducts interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, and fellow employees in a courteous and friendly manner.
  • Maintains all designated hospital information confidential at all times.
  • Anticipates and is responsive to the service needs of the pharmacist relative to supportive pharmacy services and maximized patient care outcomes.
  • Utilizes hospital's behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to support the hospital's mission and goals.
  • Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.

OTHER DUTIES:
Performs other duties as needed.
This is an entry level position to allow employees to gain sufficient work hours to qualify for Registration with Board of Pharmacy and Certification as a Pharmacy Tech.
A Pharmacy Tech Trainee is not required to graduate from a Board approved technician training program to qualify as a certified Pharmacy Technician. But in order to become certified, the trainee must obtain a National PTCB certificate from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (go to www.ptcb.org for more information on the exam.). Eligibility requirements are: experience working as a Pharmacy Trainee, a high school diploma or GED and never having been convicted of a felony.
Once you are certified through the PCTB, this still does not mean that you are registered in Massachusetts. You can register as a pharmacy technician in Massachusetts if you meet the following requirements:
  • Be at least 18 years old;
  • Prove good moral character and not be convicted of a drug felony;
  • Have a high school diploma or GED or be working toward one (you need the diploma or GED to take the PCTB exam)
  • Completed a Board approved program OR have worked for 500-1,000 hours as a pharmacist trainee under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and
  • Pass an exam issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board OR pharmacy employer (see "School section" for more information.)

In order to register in Massachusetts, you can either complete a program or work AND pass the PTCB exam or pass an exam that your employer gives to you. You cannot register with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy directly, but with their vendor, Professional Credential Services (PCS.) PCS handles the registration process for the Board. Their website is www.pcshq.com.
A person as young as 16 years old can be employed in the pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee, but would not be eligible to register as a Pharmacy Technician until his or her 18th birthday.
Must adhere to all of BMC's RESPECT behavioral standards.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
  • Work requires a high school diploma/GED or must be currently enrolled in high school and be at least 16 years of age (this is a MA state requirement).
  • Students currently enrolled in high school, must provide proof of current enrollment and letter of recommendation from the school.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
  • Must registered with the Board of Pharmacy after completing 500 hours of employment under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist and before completing 1,000 work hours.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
  • Work requires good interpersonal skills and strong math skills.

Compensation Range:
$19.78- $20.99
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
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Boston Medical Center (BMC) is more than a hospital. It's a network of support and care that touches the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in need each year. It is the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England. Emphasizing community-based care, BMC is committed to providing consistently excellent and accessible health services to all-and is the largest safety-net hospital in New England. The hospital is also the primary teaching affiliate of the nationally ranked Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and a founding partner of Boston HealthNet - an integrated health care delivery systems that includes many community health centers. Join BMC today and help us achieve our Vision 2030 which is a long-term goal to make Boston the healthiest urban population in the world.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boston, MA, US

Year founded

1996