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Pharmacy Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, or a directly related field. Retail chains, hospital systems, and specialty pharmacies all file LCAs through DOL before sponsoring, making employer filing history a reliable filter for your search.
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INTRODUCTION
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Pharmacy Technician Non Compounding today with Methodist Hospital. This position shift is Nights.
JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS
As a Pharmacy Technician Non-Compounding you will perform duties under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and assist in the processing, preparation, and dispensing of patient medication orders according to professional standards and practices.
What you will do in this role:
- As a Pharmacy Technician Non-Compounding you will accurately fill medication orders in the pharmacy. You will process medication returns and restock to the pharmacy. You will accurately package and prepare medications for dispensing as assigned. You will accurately transport medications and other pharmacy supplies in a timely manner to appropriate areas while maintaining proper storage and security of medications throughout the organization.
- You will perform daily ADC routines as assigned (i.e. restock, outdates, discrepancy resolution, loading and unloading, etc.) You will replenish ADCs, emergency cart trays and floor stock accurately and in a timely manner. You will provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems. You will perform all necessary functions on the pharmacy computer system which may include: patient profile inquiry, debit/credit medications, pharmacy reports/fill lists, print labels, and billing inquiry.
- As a Pharmacy Technician Non-Compounding you will accurately perform routine manufacturing and prepackaging maintaining accurate and complete record logs. You will ensure that a pharmacist checks all work. You will perform receiving and check in of medication/supply orders. You will appropriately and timely notify the pharmacy inventory manager of products that need to be reordered, shortages, overages and damaged product. You will assist in management of drug supplies in a cost effective manner and identify opportunities to minimize waste.
- You will identify critical issues, prioritize workload and communicate to appropriate personnel any issues in a timely manner. You will interact in person and by phone with hospital personnel in a polite and respectful manner.
- You will perform unit/area inspections as well as expiration date checking when scheduled and submit appropriate documentation when completed. You will prepare all work records needed for the day including prepacking batch logs, census reports, outdate reports and unload reports. You will comply with ongoing process to monitor outdates as per department procedures.
What qualifications you will need:
- High School diploma or equivalent education.
- Hospital experience preferred.
- Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable).
- National Certification (CPhT) with Current active Registered Pharmacy Technician by the Texas State Board Pharmacy or Intern Certification with the Texas Board of Pharmacy.
BENEFITS
Methodist Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.
As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Pharmacy Technician Non Compounding opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Pharmacy Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires the role to demand at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A PharmD or B.S. in pharmaceutical sciences strengthens your case. A general science degree may draw an RFE, so gather documentation showing your coursework directly maps to the dispensing or clinical role.
Target hospital and health system employers
Hospital pharmacies and integrated health systems file H-1B petitions far more consistently than independent retail locations. Inpatient and specialty pharmacy roles are easier to defend as specialty occupations, since clinical responsibilities require field-specific credentials that USCIS scrutinizes less than counter-dispensing positions.
Search LCA filings on Migrate Mate
Filter by Pharmacy Technician SOC codes on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active DOL Labor Condition Application filings for this role. That history tells you which companies have already navigated the process, so you're not starting a conversation with an unprepared HR team.
Request the employer confirm LCA wage level
DOL certifies LCAs at wage levels 1 through 4. Ask your prospective employer which level they plan to file at before accepting an offer. A Level 1 filing for a clinical tech role can signal the employer is underpaying relative to local prevailing wage, which can also create issues at adjudication.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
Pull the prevailing wage for Pharmacy Technician roles in your target metro using the OFLC Wage Search before any offer discussion. Your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for the specific work location, and knowing the floor lets you negotiate from an informed position.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before your start date
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be E-Verify enrolled, but H-1B status itself doesn't. Still, many health systems require E-Verify as a federal contractor condition. Confirm enrollment before your first day to avoid I-9 complications that could disrupt your status during the cap-gap period.
H-1B Visa Pharmacy Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Pharmacy Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer structures the position. USCIS requires the job to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Roles involving clinical drug therapy, medication reconciliation, or sterile compounding in a hospital setting have a stronger case than general retail dispensing roles, which USCIS may challenge as not requiring a specific degree.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Pharmacy Technicians?
Hospital systems, specialty pharmacy companies, and large integrated health networks are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. They have dedicated HR teams familiar with the process and regularly file LCAs with DOL. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for Pharmacy Technician roles on Migrate Mate, filtered by location and employer type.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect Pharmacy Technician H-1B filings?
Before USCIS adjudicates your H-1B petition, your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your specific work location and SOC code. If you'll work across multiple sites, each location may require a separate LCA, and the highest local wage applies to that posting.
Can a Pharmacy Technician on OPT use cap-gap coverage while waiting for H-1B approval?
Yes. If your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and USCIS receipts it, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. If you're selected in the lottery and your case is approved with an October 1 start date, you're covered continuously. You can keep working during that gap without interruption.
What documentation should a Pharmacy Technician prepare before the H-1B petition is filed?
Your employer's attorney will need your degree transcripts, diploma, and a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. For foreign-trained pharmacists or techs with non-U.S. credentials, a CGFNS or equivalent evaluation that maps your coursework to U.S. degree equivalency is typically required. O*NET lists the credential benchmarks USCIS uses when evaluating this role.