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Henry Ford Health System

MI · On-site

$34K - $40K/yr

GENERAL SUMMARY: Assist with patient care based on individual needs within the scope of practice ... virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast ...

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You will also assist users with day-to-day questions and issues, maintain system documentation ... Proven ability to quickly learn all aspects of Pharmacy technical software product; * Experience ...

Henry Ford Health System

MI · On-site

$34K - $40K/yr

GENERAL SUMMARY: Assist with patient care based on individual needs within the scope of practice ... virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast ...

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How much do pharmacy technical assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for pharmacy technical assistant in the United States is $44,267.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $44,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pharmacy technical assistant?

Pharmacy Technical Assistants are healthcare professionals who support pharmacists in the preparation and dispensing of medications. They assist with tasks such as labeling, packaging, inventory management, and maintaining patient records. Their work ensures that pharmacies operate efficiently and that patients receive accurate medications. While they do not have the same responsibilities as licensed pharmacists, they play a crucial role in the daily operations of a pharmacy.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a pharmacy technical assistant?

To thrive as a Pharmacy Technical Assistant, you need a solid understanding of pharmaceutical terminology, basic math skills, and typically a pharmacy technician certification or completion of a pharmacy assistant program. Familiarity with pharmacy management systems, inventory software, and prescription processing tools is essential. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team are important soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accuracy in medication dispensing, efficient workflow, and excellent support for both pharmacists and patients.

What challenges do pharmacy technical assistants face in fast-paced pharmacy environments?

Pharmacy Technical Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing high prescription volumes, maintaining accuracy under pressure, and balancing multiple tasks like inventory management and customer service. Working in a fast-paced setting requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure medication safety and compliance with regulations. Effective communication with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals is also crucial, as is adapting quickly to workflow changes and evolving pharmacy technology.

What is the difference between Pharmacy Technical Assistant vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectPharmacy Technical AssistantPharmacy Technician
CredentialsMay require a certificate or diploma, depending on regionOften requires certification or licensure
Work EnvironmentPharmacies, hospitals, healthcare facilitiesPharmacies, hospitals, clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting pharmacists, preparing medications, managing inventoryMeasuring, labeling medications, customer service, verifying prescriptions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed interchangeably in some regions; entry-level support roleMore standardized, recognized role with formal certification

While both roles support pharmacists and work in similar environments, Pharmacy Technical Assistants typically have less formal certification requirements and focus on assisting with daily pharmacy operations. Pharmacy Technicians usually have specific certification or licensure and perform more technical tasks, making them a more regulated and recognized role in the pharmacy industry.

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Infographic showing various Pharmacy Technical Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,267 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Pharmacy Tech Per Diem

Pennsylvania Medicine

Plainsboro, NJ • On-site

$19.97 - $31.81/hr

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
*** Candidates are REQUIRED to be CERTIFIED (mandatory) and have their NJ Tech Registration - please apply only if you fulfill these requirements
NEW COMPETITIVE WAGES!!!
Available Shift hours:
Per Diem - as per need basis ( mostly evening/ overnights - 8-hour shifts, min of 4 shifts per month.
Why join our amazing Princeton Penn Medicine Pharmacy Tech Team?
This is an opportunity to join a team of professionals in a high paced and rewarding healthcare environment. If you have your sights on developing your career in the healthcare industry, this is your chance for a growth opportunity! We are an "all hands-on deck team", we provided amazing training opportunities, and we do cross-train our employees to the highest standards. We are a growing team, and we have a work-life-balance approach!
Benefits You'll Receive at Princeton/Penn Medicine:
• Generous Paid Time Off benefits, including eight paid holidays that will give you the work-life balance today's world needs
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage plan options that best fit your personal & family needs
• Tuition Assistance for both Part-Time (20+ hours) and Full-time (40 hours) employees.(0.5 FTE and over)
• Access to company paid life insurance, temporary disability. Employee discounts and perks, including but not limited to free secure employee-only parking, optional life insurance and other. Please click on this LINK for more information regarding our amazing benefits package.
Responsibilities:
      • Follows all procedures and techniques for aseptic preparation of parenteral products. Performs compounding of pharmaceutical preparations, including but not limited to: large volume parenteral solutions, intravenous piggybacks, epidural solutions, dialysis solutions, syringe products, and TPN solutions as assigned.
      • Assist Nurses in locating medications for their patients
      • Assist with medication movement for patients transferred from ED to an inpatient unit or discharged from ED
      • Maintains medication inventory by assisting in ordering and receiving medication from wholesalers and vendors, completing paperwork relative to orders received, stocking all pharmacy areas, and maintaining inventory expiration records. Assists with medication inventory control on each nursing unit by performing nursing station reviews, stocking code cart trays, Pyxis, McKesson PROmanager and MedCarousel and resolving Pyxis drawer errors.
      • Assists in the provision of pharmacy services to hospital inpatients and outpatients by assisting the pharmacists in dispensing functions, including but not limited to: accurately filling and labeling of all new and refill medications; filling of unit dose patient bins via the clinical computer system and McKesson automation; timely delivery of medications; restocking and maintaining medications in Pyxis devices and medication cabinets.
    Required Certifications:
      • Lic-Pharmacy Technician Registration (Required)
      • Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB/ CPHT
      • Valid Driver's License
    Education or Equivalent Experience:
    • H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
    • High school graduate (college degree preferred) One year recent hospital pharmacy technical experience or several years of relevant pharmacy experience preferred.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Salary Range:
$19.97 - $31.81/Hourly
As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.
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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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