Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in South Carolina
Certified Pharmacy Technician jobs in South Carolina draw steady demand across retail pharmacy chains, hospital systems, and specialty pharmacy operations, with openings at every level from entry-level to lead technician. The strongest hiring concentrates in Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, where large employers like Prisma Health, MUSC Health, and Walmart Pharmacy maintain significant technician workforces. Compounding pharmacy and oncology pharmacy support are among the most consistently sought specializations in 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
- 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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Certified Pharmacy Technician Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens25
- Walmart8
- McLeod Health4
- Genesis Health Care2
- HMRX1H
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified pharmacy technician jobs across South Carolina.
- Active South Carolina pharmacy technician registration with the Board of Pharmacy required
- National certification through PTCB or NHA strongly preferred by most employers
- High school diploma or GED required for all pharmacy technician positions
- Experience with pharmacy management software such as QS/1 or PioneerRx preferred
- Ability to accurately process and verify prescription orders with minimal errors
- Strong customer service skills for patient-facing retail and hospital outpatient settings
Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified pharmacy technician in South Carolina?
To work as a pharmacy technician in South Carolina, you must register with the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy before you can be employed in that role. Registration requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a completed application, and a background check. Most employers also require or strongly prefer national certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or the National Healthcareer Association. Some community colleges in South Carolina, including Trident Technical College and Midlands Technical College, offer pharmacy technician training programs that satisfy employer education requirements.
Which companies hire certified pharmacy technicians in South Carolina?
Employers hiring certified pharmacy technicians in South Carolina right now include Walgreens, Walmart, and McLeod Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. South Carolina's large integrated health systems, major retail pharmacy chains, and growing specialty pharmacy operations collectively make it one of the more active states for pharmacy technician hiring in the Southeast.
Which South Carolina cities have the most certified pharmacy technician jobs?
Florence, Myrtle Beach, and Simpsonville account for the largest share of certified pharmacy technician openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads because it is home to Prisma Health's flagship facilities and a dense concentration of retail pharmacy locations, while Charleston's openings are driven heavily by MUSC Health and the region's expanding outpatient care infrastructure, and Greenville reflects Bon Secours Wellness Arena-area health system growth and a robust retail corridor.
Are there remote certified pharmacy technician jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of certified pharmacy technician openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, since most technician duties require physical presence in a dispensary, hospital pharmacy, or retail setting. The roles most likely to include a remote component are prior authorization technician positions and certain specialty pharmacy call-center or insurance coordination roles that do not involve direct drug handling.
How can I get hired as a certified pharmacy technician in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to retail pharmacy chains, which consistently hire and train candidates who hold or are working toward South Carolina Board of Pharmacy registration. Prisma Health and MUSC Health both offer pharmacy technician trainee roles that pair on-the-job learning with structured competency development. Coming in from a related role such as medical assistant, pharmacy clerk, or surgical supply tech strengthens an application. Completing a formal program at Trident Technical College or Greenville Technical College and earning PTCB certification before applying gives candidates a clear edge over unlicensed applicants.
Where can I find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search for roles that match your registration status, experience level, and preferred setting, whether that is a hospital pharmacy, retail chain, or specialty operation, and apply directly to the ones that fit. No signup is needed to see the listings.
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