Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Alabama
Certified Pharmacy Technician jobs in Alabama are consistently active, with demand concentrated across retail pharmacy chains, hospital systems, and specialty pharmacy operations at every level from entry-level to lead technician. The heaviest hiring runs through Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, where employers like UAB Medicine, CVS Health, and Walgreens maintain large and ongoing technician needs. Compounding pharmacy, oncology infusion, and hospital inpatient dispensing are the specialties drawing the most consistent openings across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- In accordance with state and federal regulations, assists the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy. Assists the pharmacist in the performance of other Pharmacy Department duties in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
- Responsible for using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. If PTCB certified, assists with and coaches pharmacy technicians in the operation of pharmacy systems and cashiers in the operation of the pharmacy cash registers.
- Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
Customer Experience
- Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
- Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
- Develops strong relationships with most valuable customers.
- Under the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy. Reviews and complies with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
- Performs duties as assigned by Pharmacy Manager, Staff Pharmacist and Store Manager including utilizing pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information, ensuring information is entered correctly, filling prescriptions by retrieving, counting and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct, and checking for possible interactions. Assists pharmacists in scheduling and maintaining work flow.
- Reports, immediately, prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
- Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing during all applicable prescription dispensing activities.
- Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required. Takes customer to OTC aisle when possible to assist in locating products.
- Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including those to physicians.
- Processes (corrects and resubmits) manual claims for third party program prescription services in a timely and efficient manner, and performs other clerical duties, as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.
- Assists and supports Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, such as, ordering, unpacking, checking and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals. Maintains knowledge of Company asset protection techniques, and files claims for warehouse overages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damaged goods involving Rx drugs.
- May assist pharmacist in administering clinical services including the collection and proper labeling of blood/urine samples from patients and other clinical services as required; assists pharmacy staff in coordination of clinical services, Walgreens healthcare clinics and external providers.
- Assists Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in developing and maintaining good relationships with the local medical community, including physicians, nurses, and other health care providers, by medical provider detailing and outreach to health groups, retirement homes, nursing homes, and other forums for enhancing growth opportunities.
- Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat and orderly in condition and appearance.
- Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
- Completes special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
- Earns and maintains PTCB certification through the designated PTCB training program and/or state required certification/registration. Otherwise, earns PTCB certification as condition of promotion to senior technician.
- Attends training and completes PPLs requested by Manager and acquires continuing education credits. Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy, including latest news and developments.
Basic Qualifications
- Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico)
- Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
- Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens.
- Prefer good math skills so they can fill prescriptions accurately, including counting, measuring and weighing medications.
- Prefer good computer skills.
- Prefer the knowledge of store inventory control.
- Prefer PTCB certification.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: $18 - $24.25 / Hourly
Benefits
Health, dental and vision*
Prescription coverage
Retirement Savings Plan (401(k))
Employee discount
Work & life resources
Career development programs
- with a 30-hour work week
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Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Certified Pharmacy Technician Job Market in Alabama
A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens11

- Walmart6

- UAB Medicine3

- Southeast Health2

- INFIRMARY HEALTH1

What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified pharmacy technician jobs across Alabama.
- Active Alabama Board of Pharmacy registration as a pharmacy technician required
- PTCB or ExCPT national certification required or expected within 90 days
- High school diploma or GED required for all pharmacy technician positions
- Experience processing and verifying prescriptions in a retail or clinical setting
- Working knowledge of pharmacy management software such as QS1 or PioneerRx
- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle high-volume prescription environments
Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified pharmacy technician in Alabama?
Alabama requires pharmacy technicians to register with the Alabama Board of Pharmacy before working in any pharmacy setting. To register, you must complete a board-approved training program or have equivalent work experience, and you must obtain or be working toward national certification through PTCB or ExCPT. Most Alabama employers expect certification to be in place or completed within a short period of hire. A high school diploma or GED is the minimum education requirement.
Which companies hire certified pharmacy technicians in Alabama?
Companies currently hiring certified pharmacy technicians in Alabama include Walgreens, Walmart, and UAB Medicine, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Alabama's concentration of large hospital systems and regional retail pharmacy chains means technician openings appear consistently across both clinical and community pharmacy settings statewide.
Which Alabama cities have the most certified pharmacy technician jobs?
Birmingham, Dothan, and Hartselle have the most certified pharmacy technician openings in Alabama. Birmingham leads due to its dense concentration of hospital systems, specialty pharmacies, and retail chains, while Huntsville's growing healthcare sector and Mobile's regional medical centers and established retail pharmacy presence drive steady demand in those markets.
Are there remote certified pharmacy technician jobs in Alabama?
Yes, but they are rare. The hands-on nature of dispensing, compounding, and patient-facing work means most certified pharmacy technician roles require on-site presence. About 0% of certified pharmacy technician openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve prior authorization processing, specialty pharmacy call center support, or pharmacy benefit management work.
How can I get hired as a certified pharmacy technician in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to retail pharmacy chains like CVS Health or Walgreens, which run structured on-the-job training programs that prepare new hires for PTCB certification while they work. UAB Medicine and other large Alabama hospital systems also post entry-level technician trainee roles that do not require prior pharmacy experience. Candidates coming from healthcare adjacent roles such as medical assistant or pharmacy clerk positions are regularly considered. Completing a board-approved technician training program through a community college like Jefferson State or Calhoun Community College strengthens any application.
Where can I find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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