$18 - $21.5 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…
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Washington, DC
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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$20–$35/hr
Typical pay range
$55k
Median, full-time
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$22 - $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…
checks, credit and debit charges. Assists Pharmacists in updating patient profile and entering prescription information into the pharmacy computer to extent allowable by State law. Preserves patient confidentiality. Answ…
Click here to see - A Day in the Life - Pharmacy Technician A Day In The Life As a Pharmacy Technician, you have the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. You will be a member of a team supporting our pharmacies,…
$21.23 - $26.01 per hour
Job Brief Pharmacy Technician - Float Yakima, WA Full time Non-exempt No 16299 Join our team as a Pharmacy Technician Float at Yakima Medical-Dental Clinic! Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a…
$21.91 per hour
details about the comprehensive benefits package we offer to eligible employees visit our website - Job Description Pharmacy Technicians work closely with Pharmacy and ancillary healthcare staff to prepare and distribute…
Assistance Diverse and collaborative working environment Comprehensive and affordable benefits package Job Summary: The Pharmacy Technician III performs baseline duties (including those of a Pharmacy Technician II) as we…
Assistance Diverse and collaborative working environment Comprehensive and affordable benefits package Job Summary: The Pharmacy Technician II is responsible for a variety of duties assisting in the preparation and packa…
$24.8 - $41.31 per hour
Under the direction of a licensed Pharmacist, the compounding technician II works in a clean room compounding medication at least 50% of... .... Site & Supplies/Equipment Maintenance - Ensures pharmacy surfaces and lamin…
Type: Pharmacy Washington , DC SkyBridge Healthcare is currently seeking Technologist with Pharmacy experience for a 13-week contract in DC. SkyBridge Healthcare is a premier staffing firm dedicated to matching outstandi…
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What pharmacy technicians earn in Washington
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$25 | $41k–$51k |
| Mid level | $24–$29 | $49k–$61k |
| Senior | $28–$35 | $58k–$72k |
Adjusted for the Washington 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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