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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Sacramento, CA
Pharmacy technicians prepare and label prescriptions, manage inventory, and process insurance claims under a pharmacist's supervision in retail and hospital pharmacies.
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$17–$30/hr
Typical pay range
$48k
Median, full-time
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$21 - $29 per hour
the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy. Reviews... ...neat and orderly in condition and appearance Coaches pharmacy technicians and ca…
$20.5 - $24 per hour
the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy. Assists the pharmacist in the performance of other Pharmacy Department... .... If PTCB certified, assists with and coaches pharmacy technicians in th…
$21.1 - $31.5 per hour
hours and schedules based on business need. What Nuclear Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health Nuclear Pharmacy is responsible... ...school degree or equivalent strongly preferred CA Pharmacy Technician license Strong…
$19.5 - $23 per hour
Our pharmacy technician positions have undergone an exciting transformation, moving from a transaction-based environment to a much more patient-centric one. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Appre…
$28 - $32 per hour
development of training resources for general water and wastewater industry knowledge, as well as site specific treatment training for all technicians in their region. This position requires significant travel, sometimes…
This position will act as one of the assistant clinical research coordinator or clinical research coordinators for research projects in the Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Division's Clinical Research Unit.…
$18 - $22 per hour
Pharmacy Billing Clerk - Sacramento, CA Compensation: $18 - $22 Hourly Overview: Nexus HR is looking for a Pharmacy Billing Clerk with strong experience working in a fast-paced Long-Term Care and Assisted Living pharmacy…
$17.5 - $18.5 per hour
Position: Medication Technician - Med Tech Shifts, Time, and Days: Part Time- AM (6:00a-2:00p), Fri-Sun Pay Range: $17.50-18.50/ hour... ...residents. ~Coordinate medication services with the resident, pharmacy, and phys…
$20 per hour
Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs all of California State Correctional Facilities. At the moment we are in URGENT need of a Pharmacy Technician to take on a Full-Time assignment at the correctional facility located…
$17.4 - $17.9 per hour
Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always…
$21 - $25 per hour
Location: Fair Oaks, Fairfax, VA Status: Full-Time / Non-Exempt Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.00 Are you looking for new career opportunities, great wages, excellent benefits, and work-life balance? Follow your heart to Vir…
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What pharmacy technicians earn in Sacramento
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $17–$21 | $36k–$44k |
| Mid level | $20–$25 | $42k–$53k |
| Senior | $24–$30 | $50k–$63k |
Adjusted for the Sacramento market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Prescription data entryInsurance claim processingInventory managementPharmacy calculationsSterile compounding (USP 797)Customer serviceAccuracy under time pressurePharmacy software
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you make sure the right drug and dose go into every fill?
Describe your personal check sequence, scanning NDCs, and never bypassing barcode verification even when rushed. Accuracy is the whole interview.
A claim rejects at the register and the patient is frustrated. What do you do?
Show the practical steps: read the rejection code, check for prior authorization or refill-too-soon, and explain options calmly, including cash price or contacting the prescriber.
What experience do you have with controlled substance handling?
Mention perpetual inventory counts, witness requirements, and reporting discrepancies immediately. Precision and honesty matter here.
Describe a time the pharmacy fell behind. How did you help catch up?
Show workflow sense: triaging waiters versus later pickups, communicating wait times honestly, and keeping verification unrushed.
Are you certified, and are you willing to cross-train in compounding or the front register?
State your PTCB or state license status plainly, and show flexibility with an example of a task you picked up outside your original duties.
How do you handle a disagreement with a coworker during a busy shift?
Keep it brief and low-drama: address it after the rush, assume good intent, and involve the pharmacist only if patient safety is affected.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For pharmacy technicians specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your PTCB (CPhT) or state license and registration number status first; most pharmacies cannot hire without it.
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Name your pharmacy software and workflow systems, such as PioneerRx, Rx30, or Epic Willow, and your scripts-per-day volume.
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Call out specialized training like sterile compounding (USP 797/800), chemo prep, or controlled substance vault experience.
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Show insurance fluency: rejections resolved, prior authorizations initiated, or third-party audits supported.
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Include reliability signals such as attendance record, shift flexibility, or years at one pharmacy; turnover is a real concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Pharmacy Clerk
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Pharmacy Technician
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Senior/Lead Technician
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Inventory Specialist
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Pharmacy Operations Supervisor
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