Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Minnesota
Certified Pharmacy Technician jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where large employers including Mayo Clinic, Fairview Health Services, and CVS Health maintain active hiring across retail, health-system, and specialty pharmacy settings. Demand is strongest in oncology pharmacy, clinical pharmacy support, and automated dispensing roles. Minnesota's robust hospital network and nationally recognized academic medical centers keep openings steady for both entry-level candidates and experienced technicians. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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 - $21.5 / 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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Certified Pharmacy Technician Job Market in Minnesota
A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens10

- Hy-Vee5

- Walmart2

- Coborn's2

- Amazon1

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified pharmacy technician jobs across Minnesota.
- Active Minnesota Board of Pharmacy registration as a certified pharmacy technician
- Current PTCB or NHA ExCPT national certification in good standing
- Experience with pharmacy dispensing software such as Epic, QS/1, or Centricity
- Accurate prescription processing and controlled substance handling with attention to detail
- Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends in retail or hospital settings
- Strong communication skills for patient-facing and interdepartmental pharmacy coordination
Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified pharmacy technician in Minnesota?
You must register with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician before working in the state. Registration requires completing a Board-approved training program or equivalent on-the-job training, passing either the PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam or the NHA ExCPT exam, and submitting an application to the Board. Most Minnesota employers expect both state registration and national certification before a candidate starts.
Which companies hire certified pharmacy technicians in Minnesota?
Employers hiring certified pharmacy technicians in Minnesota right now include Walgreens, Hy-Vee, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Minnesota's dense concentration of integrated health systems and retail pharmacy chains means demand is spread across both clinical and community pharmacy settings throughout the state.
Which Minnesota cities have the most certified pharmacy technician jobs?
Eagan, Owatonna, and Albert Lea account for the largest share of certified pharmacy technician openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro dominates because it anchors most of the state's major health systems, specialty pharmacy operators, and retail chains, while Rochester draws consistent demand from Mayo Clinic's expansive outpatient and inpatient pharmacy operations.
Are there remote certified pharmacy technician jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Most certified pharmacy technician work is hands-on and tied to a physical dispensing environment, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of certified pharmacy technician openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles are almost entirely in prior authorization review, medication therapy management support, or specialty pharmacy call center functions.
How can I get hired as a certified pharmacy technician in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is retail pharmacy, where chains operating throughout Minnesota regularly hire trainees and support candidates through registration and certification. Large Minnesota health systems like M Health Fairview and HealthPartners run pharmacy technician trainee programs for candidates without prior experience, and some hospital settings accept candidates from medical assistant or pharmacy aide roles as lateral moves. Completing a Minnesota Board of Pharmacy-approved training program before applying gives you a clear edge over unregistered candidates.
Where can I find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your experience and credentials below and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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