Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Texas
Certified Pharmacy Technician jobs in Texas represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated across retail pharmacy chains, hospital systems, and specialty infusion and oncology pharmacies serving a large and growing patient population. The heaviest hiring activity is in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where employers like CVS Health, Walgreens, and HCA Healthcare operate at significant scale. Compounding pharmacy, oncology pharmacy support, and ambulatory care are the most consistently in-demand specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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: $17.5 - $21 / 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 Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens101

- Walmart21

- CHRISTUS Health5

- Amazon3

- Carvajal Pharmacy3
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail38
- Technology & Software3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces3
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified pharmacy technician jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas State Board of Pharmacy technician registration required
- PTCB or ExCPT national certification strongly preferred or required by most employers
- High school diploma or GED with completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program
- Experience processing prescriptions, verifying insurance, and managing pharmacy software
- Accurate data entry and attention to detail for controlled substance handling and documentation
- Strong customer service skills for patient-facing retail and outpatient pharmacy environments
Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified pharmacy technician in Texas?
To work as a pharmacy technician in Texas, you must register with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy and obtain a technician registration before working in any pharmacy. Most employers require or prefer national certification through the PTCB, which requires completing a PTCB-recognized education program and passing the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. Texas also requires a background check as part of the registration process.
Which companies hire certified pharmacy technicians in Texas?
Employers hiring certified pharmacy technicians in Texas right now include Walgreens, Walmart, and CHRISTUS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's large hospital networks and high-volume retail pharmacy presence mean openings are distributed across both clinical and community pharmacy settings throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most certified pharmacy technician jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio have the highest concentration of certified pharmacy technician openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its sprawling medical center complex and large retail pharmacy footprint, while Dallas and San Antonio drive volume through major hospital systems, large managed care organizations, and dense suburban retail corridors.
Are there remote certified pharmacy technician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 2% of certified pharmacy technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, dispensing-focused nature of most roles. The positions most likely to allow remote work are prior authorization, specialty pharmacy call center, and pharmacy benefits management roles that do not require physical access to drug inventory.
How can I get hired as a certified pharmacy technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to retail pharmacy training programs at large chains, which regularly hire candidates who hold or are actively pursuing their Texas State Board of Pharmacy registration and enroll them in on-the-job training. HCA Healthcare and UT Health system hospitals in Texas post entry-level technician roles that accept candidates completing accredited pharmacy technician programs. Completing a PTCB-recognized program at a Texas community college such as Lone Star College or Austin Community College, then obtaining your Texas registration before applying, gives candidates a clear edge over those without any credential.
Where can I find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each listing.
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