Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in West Virginia
Certified Pharmacy Technician jobs in West Virginia are steady across retail pharmacy chains, hospital systems, and long-term care facilities, with demand at every level from entry-level to lead technician. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Charleston, Huntington, and Morgantown, where employers like WVU Medicine, Thomas Health, and Cabell Huntington Hospital maintain consistent openings. Compounding, oncology pharmacy support, and mail-order dispensing are among the most in-demand specialties 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: $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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What West Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified pharmacy technician jobs across West Virginia.
- Active West Virginia Board of Pharmacy registration as a pharmacy technician required
- PTCB or ExCPT national certification required or 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 count, measure, and label medications in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and knowledge of drug names, dosages, and interactions
Certified Pharmacy Technician Jobs in West Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified pharmacy technician in West Virginia?
You must register with the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy before working as a pharmacy technician in the state. Most employers require you to also hold national certification through PTCB or NHA before or within a set period of hire. A high school diploma is the minimum education requirement, though many candidates complete a pharmacy technician program at a West Virginia community college or vocational school to strengthen their application.
Which companies hire certified pharmacy technicians in West Virginia?
Employers hiring certified pharmacy technicians in West Virginia right now include Walgreens, Walmart, and Nelson Enterprise Technology Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Health systems and retail pharmacy chains with a strong presence across the state drive the majority of consistent openings.
Which West Virginia cities have the most certified pharmacy technician jobs?
Elkins, Fairmont, and Glenville have the most certified pharmacy technician openings in West Virginia. Charleston leads as the state capital and home to the largest concentration of hospital systems and retail pharmacy locations, while Huntington and Morgantown are anchored by major health systems including Cabell Huntington Hospital and WVU Medicine that generate reliable year-round demand.
Are there remote certified pharmacy technician jobs in West Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Most pharmacy technician work requires a physical presence to handle medications, operate dispensing equipment, and assist patients on-site. About 100% of certified pharmacy technician openings tied to West Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in mail-order pharmacy operations or specialty prior-authorization roles that do not involve direct dispensing.
How can I get hired as a certified pharmacy technician in West Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a trainee or technician-in-training position at a retail pharmacy or health system that sponsors registration with the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy while you work. WVU Medicine and larger retail chains operating in Charleston and Huntington regularly bring on candidates without prior experience and support them through the registration and national certification process. Completing a pharmacy technician program at a community college like BridgeValley or Mountwest before applying gives you a clear edge over candidates without any formal training.
Where can I find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in West Virginia?
You can find and apply to certified pharmacy technician jobs in West Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, location preference, and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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