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Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Paoli, PA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Paoli Hospital? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to thousands of ...

Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Wynnewood, PA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Lankenau Medical Center? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to ...

Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Wynnewood, PA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Lankenau Medical Center? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to ...

Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Bryn Mawr, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Bryn Mawr Hospital? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to thousands ...

Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Paoli, PA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Paoli Hospital? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to thousands of ...

Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Paoli, PA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Paoli Hospital? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to thousands of ...

Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Bryn Mawr, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Bryn Mawr Hospital? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to thousands ...

Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Bryn Mawr, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Bryn Mawr Hospital? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to thousands ...

Main Line Health

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Wynnewood, PA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Lankenau Medical Center? Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health? * Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to ...

Beloit Health System

Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem

Beloit, WI · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Per Diem Pharmacy Technician to our Team! * Shift: 1st & 2nd combination * Schedule: Varied (10-hour shifts between 6:30a-9p) * Hours per week: Varied - Per ...

UnitedHealth Group

Per Diem Pharmacy Technician

Bozeman, MT · On-site

$16.15 - $28.80/hr

We seek a Per Diem Pharmacy Technician to support all functions of the Genoa mental health and specialty pharmacy primarily through dispensing medical prescriptions and performing necessary clerical ...

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How much do per diem pharmacy jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem pharmacy in the United States is $19.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a per diem pharmacy?

A Per Diem Pharmacy job refers to a pharmacy position where the employee works on an as-needed basis rather than a fixed schedule. Per diem pharmacists or pharmacy technicians are typically called in to cover staff shortages, vacations, or busy periods. These roles offer flexibility, allowing workers to choose shifts that fit their availability, but may not guarantee a consistent number of hours each week. Per diem positions can be found in hospitals, retail pharmacies, or long-term care facilities, and are ideal for those seeking work-life balance or supplemental income.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a per diem pharmacist?

To thrive as a Per Diem Pharmacist, you need a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active pharmacist licensure, and strong knowledge of medication therapy and pharmacy law. Familiarity with pharmacy management systems, dispensing technology, and electronic health records is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and attention to detail help you work effectively in varied settings and with diverse teams. These skills ensure safe, accurate medication dispensing and enable seamless integration into different pharmacies as needed.

What are some common challenges faced by per diem pharmacy staff, and how can they be addressed?

Per diem pharmacy staff often face challenges such as quickly adapting to different pharmacy settings, varying team dynamics, and learning new workflows or technology systems with minimal onboarding. To address these challenges, it's important to maintain strong communication skills, proactively ask questions, and stay organized. Many successful per diem pharmacists and technicians also keep up-to-date with standard pharmacy procedures and state regulations to ensure a smooth transition between assignments.

What is the difference between Per Diem Pharmacy vs Staff Pharmacist?

AspectPer Diem PharmacyStaff Pharmacist
CredentialsLicensed PharmacistLicensed Pharmacist
Work EnvironmentTemporary, flexible shifts at various locationsFull-time, permanent position in a specific pharmacy
Employer & IndustryHospitals, retail chains, clinics hiring per diem staffHospitals, retail pharmacies, healthcare facilities
Work ScheduleAs needed, flexible hoursRegular, scheduled hours

Per Diem Pharmacy roles offer flexible, temporary work for licensed pharmacists, often at multiple locations, while Staff Pharmacists hold full-time, permanent positions with consistent schedules. Both require licensure and serve in similar healthcare settings, but differ mainly in employment type and scheduling flexibility.

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Pharmacy job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,074 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Per Diem, Pharmacy Technician

Main Line Health

Paoli, PA • On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Per diem

Re-posted 18 days ago

Main Line Health rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 124 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

266th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Description:
Could you be our next per diem Pharmacy Technician at Paoli Hospital?
Why work as a Pharmacy Tech with Main Line Health?

  • Be on the Cutting Edge! Be a part of providing trusted care to thousands of patients as a Pharmacy Technician. You will work with a Registered Pharmacist to fill and deliver medication orders, prepare IV medications, and inspect and organize inventory. The work you do makes a tremendous impact!
  • Develop and Grow your Career! At MLH, you are encouraged to attend MLH Education & Development Classes that offer a variety of relevant courses, tools, and resources to help achieve your personal and professional goals. On-going feedback and career development are provided by your Manager through the use of performance appraisals and 1:1 communication to further develop yourself professionally. 
  • Join the Team! Like our patients, the Main Line Health Family encompasses a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Just as each of our patients requires a personalized care plan, each of our employees, physicians, and volunteers, bring distinctive talents to Main Line Health. Regardless of our unique design, we all share a purpose: providing superior service and care.
  • Position-Specific Benefits include: We offer a number of employee discounts to various activities, services and vendors. Parking is always free!

Position: Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem
Experience: 
Previous hospital pharmacy technician experience preferred.
Education: 
1. High school diploma or equivalent, along with a strong background in math, is required. 
2. Ability to learn and become proficient in the use of computers, aseptic technique for IV preparations, and medications routinely stocked in the pharmacy, as necessary.
Licensures/Certifications: 
Effective May 1, 2020:
Must be certified Pharmacy Tech or be enrolled in accredited Pharmacy program or progressing towards PharmD.

Additional Information
  • Requisition ID: 82486
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Schedule: Per Diem
  • Shift: Day Job
  • Pay Range: $25.00 - $28.00
  • Job Grade: 844

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About Main Line Health

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Main Line Health, a System Magnet designated health network, is a not-for-profit acute care system that demonstrates competence in evidence-based nursing practice, making clinical decisions using the best available research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preference. We recognize that people are the most important asset we have so we believe in fostering a work environment of collaboration, participation, and respect.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bryn Mawr, PA, US

Year founded

1985

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