Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Maryland

Certified Pharmacy Technician jobs in Maryland are among the most active in the Mid-Atlantic region, with strong demand across retail pharmacy chains, hospital systems, and specialty compounding pharmacies, and openings at every level from entry-level to lead technician. The busiest hiring markets are Baltimore, Silver Spring, and Rockville, where large employers such as Johns Hopkins Health System, University of Maryland Medical System, and CVS Health maintain substantial operations. The most consistent demand is for oncology pharmacy technicians, sterile compounding specialists, and IV admixture roles tied to Maryland's dense network of academic medical centers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerWalgreens
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Cities hiring20
Work type100% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Walmart
Certified Pharmacy Technician
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
Sykesville, Maryland
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$21 - $34/hr
High school
10,000+

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Harris Teeter
Part Time Pharmacy Certified Technician
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Added 1d ago
Part Time Pharmacy Certified Technician
Harris Teeter
California, Maryland
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$17.5 - $25/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Walgreens
Certified Pharmacy Technician
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Walgreens
Added 5d ago
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Cockeysville, Maryland
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$19 - $22.5/hr
PTCB Certification
10,000+

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Walmart
Certified Pharmacy Technician
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Walmart
Added 1w ago
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
Landover Hills, Maryland
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$21 - $34/hr
High school
10,000+

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Walgreens
Certified Pharmacy Technician
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Brooklyn, Maryland
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$19 - $22.5/hr
PTCB Certification
10,000+

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Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Baltimore
2 jobs
Olney
1 job
Berlin
1 job
Elkton
1 job
Laurel
1 job
Severn
1 job
Phoenix
1 job
Potomac
1 job
Brooklyn
1 job

Certified Pharmacy Technician Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Walgreens
Walgreens9 open roles
Walmart
Walmart4 open roles
Harris Teeter
Harris Teeter3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in certified pharmacy technician jobs across Maryland.

  • Active Maryland Board of Pharmacy registration as a pharmacy technician required
  • National certification through PTCB or NHA (ExCPT) strongly preferred or required
  • Experience with retail or hospital pharmacy dispensing software such as QS/1 or Cerner
  • Familiarity with sterile compounding and USP 797 or USP 800 compliance standards
  • Ability to accurately interpret and process prescription orders in a high-volume setting
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain patient confidentiality under HIPAA

Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a certified pharmacy technician in Maryland?

To work as a pharmacy technician in Maryland, you must register with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy before beginning practice. Most employers require national certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and Maryland accepts both credentials. Candidates typically complete a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by on-the-job training or a formal pharmacy technician program at a Maryland community college such as CCBC or Montgomery College.

Which companies hire certified pharmacy technicians in Maryland?

Companies currently hiring certified pharmacy technicians in Maryland include Walgreens, Walmart, and Harris Teeter, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maryland's concentration of academic medical centers and large retail pharmacy networks means openings are distributed across both clinical and community settings throughout the state.

Which Maryland cities have the most certified pharmacy technician jobs?

Baltimore, Olney, and Berlin have the most certified pharmacy technician openings in Maryland. Baltimore drives the largest share of listings thanks to its dense network of hospital systems and academic medical institutions, while Silver Spring and Rockville benefit from proximity to major suburban retail pharmacy corridors and specialty outpatient clinics serving the DC metropolitan area.

Are there remote certified pharmacy technician jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of certified pharmacy technician openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, because most tasks require direct handling of medications, equipment, or patients on-site. The roles most likely to offer any remote component are prior authorization review, medication therapy management coordination, and pharmacy benefits verification positions.

How can I get hired as a certified pharmacy technician in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to pharmacy technician trainee or apprentice roles at large retail pharmacy chains and hospital systems, where on-the-job training is built into the position. University of Maryland Medical System and Johns Hopkins Health System both hire entry-level pharmacy technicians who are eligible to sit for national certification within their first year. Completing a pharmacy technician program at a Maryland community college and obtaining your Maryland Board of Pharmacy registration before applying gives candidates a clear edge over those who have not yet registered.

Where can I find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and preferred setting, whether retail, hospital, or specialty pharmacy, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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