Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Massachusetts
Certified Pharmacy Technician jobs in Massachusetts are consistently in demand, concentrated in retail pharmacy chains, large academic medical centers, and specialty health systems across the state. Most of the hiring centers on Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where employers such as Mass General Brigham, CVS Health, and Shields Health Solutions maintain significant operations. The specialties seeing the most consistent openings are specialty pharmacy, oncology compounding, and hospital inpatient dispensing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced human-centric health care for a rapidly changing world. Anchored in our brand — with heart at its center — our purpose sends a personal message that how we deliver our services is just as important as what we deliver.
Our Heart At Work Behaviors™ support this purpose. We want everyone who works at CVS Health to feel empowered by the role they play in transforming our culture and accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver solutions to make health care more personal, convenient and affordable.
Position Summary
Health is everything. At CVS Health, we are committed to increasing patient access to care, lowering costs and improving the quality of care. Millions of times a day, we’re helping people on their path to better health— from advising patients on their prescriptions to helping them manage their chronic and specialty conditions. Because we’re present in so many moments, big and small, we have an active, supportive role in shaping the future of health care.
Pharmacy Technicians are at the forefront of our purpose as they deliver compassionate care to our millions of patients every day.
Come join our team of dedicated and caring Pharmacy Technicians who demonstrate our core values of Accountability, Caring, Collaboration, Innovation and Integrity in everything they do in our pharmacies every day. Whether you are new to working in pharmacies or are an experienced Pharmacy Technician, we have a place for you on our team to use your skills and talents to serve and care for our patients and customers.
The Pharmacy Technician position provides individuals with an opportunity to work in a leading retail pharmacy company and in a role that positively impacts the lives and health of others. You will work in an environment where the highest professional and ethical standards are maintained as well as full compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws and regulations. Pharmacy Technicians take important steps to ensure all medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met for our patients and they demonstrate ethical conduct and maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
You will need to take a drug test for this position. The drug test is for ALL drugs and must be taken within 2 days of accepting the offer.
Success for incumbents in this role includes being able to manage all assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks to support the team’s ability to promptly, safely and accurately fill patient prescriptions all while providing caring service that exceeds customer expectations. If you like working in a fast paced environments and demonstrating compassionate, genuine care for patients and customers, this job is for you!
As a new Pharmacy Technician, you are required to complete an extensive CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program as well as satisfy all registration, licensing and certification requirements according to your State’s Board of Pharmacy guidelines.
**Training is held at another location.*****
Your Pharmacy Technician duties will be restricted by your manager at first until you complete all necessary requirements. Once you satisfy all requirements and expand your Pharmacy Technician duties, you have the opportunity to continue to build your clinical, technical and insurance knowledge and expertise by leveraging available tools and training to build your pharmacy career.
Are you ready to help people on their path to better health? We are ready to have you join our team and help you on your career path to achieve your goals!
Please note in select markets the collective bargaining agreement rules regarding the Pharmacy Technician would apply.
DISCLAIMER:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Based on the role and location, this position may require you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if required), where allowable under the law, unless you are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated. Proof of vaccination will be required on your first day of employment or within the first few months in the position, depending on the role and location. If you are considered for a role, more information will be provided during the hiring process.
Required Qualifications
- Must comply with any state board of pharmacy requirements or laws governing the practice of pharmacy, which includes but is not limited to, age, education, and licensure/certification
- If the state board of pharmacy does not address or mandate a minimum age requirement, must be at least 18 years of age.
- If the state board of pharmacy does not address or mandate a minimum educational requirement, must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be actively enrolled in high school or high school equivalency program
- Attention and Focus
- The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
- Customer Service Orientation
- Actively look for ways to help people, and do so in a friendly manner
- Notice and understand customers’ reactions, and respond appropriately
- Communication Skills
- Use and understand verbal and written communication to interact with customers and colleagues
- Actively listening by giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
- Mathematical Reasoning
- The ability to use math to solve a problem, such as calculating day’s supply of a prescription
- Problem Resolution
- Is able to judge when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong; recognizing there is a problem
- Choosing the best course of action when faced with a complex situation with several available options
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time
- Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for moving from one work area to another
- Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm
- Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
- Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
- Stooping to a considerable degree and requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles
- Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed accurately
- Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
- Visual Acuity: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts
- Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs; exerting up to 30 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
- Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician
- PTCB National Certification
Education
High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
Pay is based on experience.
The pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off (“PTO”) or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.
For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit Benefits | CVS Health
This position is for two part time positions- Both positions you must be able to work weekends.
Need morning shift and evening shift.
Weekend is both Saturday and Sunday.
Do not apply to the company website if you do not have a MA license.
Must be able to pass a virtual job assessment.
Did you read all that? Are you still interested?
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.50 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10.0 – 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Store discount
Experience:
- Pharmacy technician: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Certified Pharmacy Technician Job Market in Massachusetts
A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens18

- Boston Medical Center16

- Walmart9

- Stop and Shop Supermarket9

- Hannaford2

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified pharmacy technician jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician registration issued by the Board of Registration in Pharmacy
- National certification from PTCB or NHA required or preferred by most employers
- High school diploma or GED with completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program
- Experience with pharmacy dispensing software such as QS1, PioneerRx, or Epic Willow
- Ability to accurately process prescriptions and verify patient information under pharmacist supervision
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced retail or clinical setting
Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified pharmacy technician in Massachusetts?
You must register with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy before working as a pharmacy technician in the state. Most employers require or strongly prefer national certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or the National Healthcareer Association. Candidates typically complete an accredited pharmacy technician training program, which may be offered through community colleges like Bunker Hill Community College or through employer-sponsored training at larger health systems.
Which companies hire certified pharmacy technicians in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring certified pharmacy technicians in Massachusetts right now include Walgreens, Boston Medical Center, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts is home to a mix of large retail pharmacy chains and major academic medical systems, giving certified pharmacy technicians a wide range of settings from high-volume retail to specialized hospital and oncology pharmacy environments.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most certified pharmacy technician jobs?
Boston, Waltham, and Brockton consistently have the most certified pharmacy technician openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives the largest share of demand through its dense concentration of academic medical centers and specialty health systems, while Worcester and Springfield reflect strong regional retail pharmacy and hospital pharmacy activity anchored by UMass Memorial Health and Baystate Health respectively.
Are there remote certified pharmacy technician jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of certified pharmacy technician openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most dispensing and compounding work. The roles most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are specialty pharmacy prior authorization, patient assistance coordination, and pharmacy benefits management positions.
How can I get hired as a certified pharmacy technician in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for trainee or extern positions at retail pharmacy chains or community hospitals, which regularly onboard candidates who are registered with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy but have limited experience. Mass General Brigham and CVS Health both offer structured training tracks for new technicians. Completing an accredited program at a Massachusetts community college and sitting for the PTCB exam before applying gives candidates a clear edge over those without any credential.
Where can I find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across retail pharmacies, hospital systems, and specialty pharmacy employers in the state. Search the listings for roles that match your registration status, setting preference, and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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