CPT Pharmacy Technician Jobs
Pharmacy Technician roles in retail pharmacies, hospital dispensaries, and specialty compounding labs can qualify for CPT when your program ties the work directly to coursework in pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, or healthcare administration. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the work must align with your declared major.
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If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
R-23725
Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH Pharmacy
Status:
Part time
Budgeted Hours:
0
Shift:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, Supervisor, and/or Director of Pharmacy Services, performs a wide variety of Pharmacy duties to meet the needs for patients in the hospital. Pharmacy Technician duties include filling routine drug orders for unit dose medications, refilling medications in Pharmacy Automated Dispensing Cabinets, performing Non-Sterile and Sterile Compounding. Other duties include repackaging of medication into unit dose barcoded packages, replenishes code carts drug supply and performs inventory duties for the Central Pharmacy operation.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation Pay Range: $24.39 - $32.83
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum Education: High school level of education.
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Minimum Work Experience: Minimum of 3 months work experience as Pharmacy Technician preferred. Hospital pharmacy experience desirable.
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Required Licenses / Registrations: RPT or RPI - Registered Pharmacy Technician or Registered Pharmacy Intern.
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Required Certifications: CPhT or ExCPT - Certified Pharmacy Technician.
LOCATION
Pharmacy Intern - Board of Registration in Pharmacy (Massachusetts)
INTRODUCTION
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
R-23725
Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH Pharmacy
Status:
Part time
Budgeted Hours:
0
Shift:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, Supervisor, and/or Director of Pharmacy Services, performs a wide variety of Pharmacy duties to meet the needs for patients in the hospital. Pharmacy Technician duties include filling routine drug orders for unit dose medications, refilling medications in Pharmacy Automated Dispensing Cabinets, performing Non-Sterile and Sterile Compounding. Other duties include repackaging of medication into unit dose barcoded packages, replenishes code carts drug supply and performs inventory duties for the Central Pharmacy operation.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation Pay Range: $24.39 - $32.83
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
-
Minimum Education: High school level of education.
-
Minimum Work Experience: Minimum of 3 months work experience as Pharmacy Technician preferred. Hospital pharmacy experience desirable.
-
Required Licenses / Registrations: RPT or RPI - Registered Pharmacy Technician or Registered Pharmacy Intern.
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Required Certifications: CPhT or ExCPT - Certified Pharmacy Technician.
LOCATION
Pharmacy Intern - Board of Registration in Pharmacy (Massachusetts)
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Get Access To All JobsPharmacy Technician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Pharmacy Technician job qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your academic program in pharmaceutical sciences, health sciences, or a related field includes a CPT-eligible practicum or experiential learning requirement. The role must be directly tied to your curriculum, not just related to your general field. Your DSO reviews the job duties against your program requirements and decides whether the position qualifies before issuing the CPT authorization.
Can I work full-time as a Pharmacy Technician on CPT?
Full-time CPT, meaning 20 or more hours per week, is allowed but carries a significant risk. If you accumulate 12 months of full-time CPT, you permanently lose OPT eligibility for your current degree level. Part-time CPT under 20 hours per week does not count against your OPT. Most F-1 students in Pharmacy Technician roles choose part-time CPT for this reason.
How do I find Pharmacy Technician employers who hire F-1 CPT students?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point. It lets you filter Pharmacy Technician openings by employers with a track record of hiring international students, which saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering a sponsorship barrier late in the process. Hospital systems and large retail pharmacy chains tend to have established onboarding processes for CPT students, so they're worth prioritizing.
Do I need a state pharmacy technician registration before starting CPT?
In most states, yes. Working in a dispensing role without state board registration or licensure violates state law, regardless of your federal CPT authorization. Requirements vary: some states require a formal license, others require registration plus an exam like the PTCE or ExCPT. Start the state board application immediately after your DSO approves CPT, since processing timelines often exceed four weeks.
What happens to my CPT if my employer changes my work location or hours?
Any material change to the job, including a different work site address, a shift from part-time to full-time hours, or a new employer entity, requires a new CPT authorization from your DSO and an updated I-20. Working under changed conditions without a matching I-20 amendment is an unauthorized employment violation. Notify your DSO before the change takes effect, not after.