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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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The Technician V serves as a lead technician with supervisory responsibilities. This Pharmacy Technician V Lead position performs the duties of a Registered Pharmacy Technician under the direction of a licensed pharmacist while supporting the daily operations of the specialty pharmacy.
In addition to providing medication distribution and patient support services, this role performs routine technical and clerical functions, exercises independent judgment within the scope of practice, and provides leadership oversight for team members, workflows, and operational processes to ensure efficient and compliant pharmacy operations.
ENTITY
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
WORKER TYPE
Employee
WORKER SUB-TYPE
Regular
COST CENTER
CC000612 CHS - Pharmacy - IP (Main)
PAY RATE TYPE
Hourly
PAY GRADE
Health-26
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
WORK SHIFT
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Technician V serves as a lead technician with supervisory responsibilities. This Specialty Pharmacy Technician V Lead position performs the duties of a Registered Pharmacy Technician under the direction of a licensed pharmacist while supporting the daily operations of the specialty pharmacy.
In addition to providing medication distribution and patient support services, this role performs routine technical and clerical functions, exercises independent judgment within the scope of practice, and provides leadership oversight for team members, workflows, and operational processes to ensure efficient and compliant pharmacy operations.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Demonstrates leadership through professional conduct, accountability, innovation, and commitment to organizational values.
- Serves as a role model for technical excellence, customer service, and teamwork.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Education: High School Degree or Equivalent
Work Experience: 3 years
Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the State of South Carolina Board of Pharmacy (SCBOP) is required and must be maintained. Must obtain and maintain Pharmacy Technician Certification (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT)) certification:
- Team members as of 11/1/2023: within 1 year of 11/1/2023.
- New Team members as of 11/1/2023: within 6 months of hire.
- New team members who are enrolled or will enroll in a pharmacy technician training program accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and/or recognized by PTCB, have 30 days post program completion to obtain certification.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
INTRODUCTION
The Technician V serves as a lead technician with supervisory responsibilities. This Pharmacy Technician V Lead position performs the duties of a Registered Pharmacy Technician under the direction of a licensed pharmacist while supporting the daily operations of the specialty pharmacy.
In addition to providing medication distribution and patient support services, this role performs routine technical and clerical functions, exercises independent judgment within the scope of practice, and provides leadership oversight for team members, workflows, and operational processes to ensure efficient and compliant pharmacy operations.
ENTITY
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
WORKER TYPE
Employee
WORKER SUB-TYPE
Regular
COST CENTER
CC000612 CHS - Pharmacy - IP (Main)
PAY RATE TYPE
Hourly
PAY GRADE
Health-26
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
WORK SHIFT
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Technician V serves as a lead technician with supervisory responsibilities. This Specialty Pharmacy Technician V Lead position performs the duties of a Registered Pharmacy Technician under the direction of a licensed pharmacist while supporting the daily operations of the specialty pharmacy.
In addition to providing medication distribution and patient support services, this role performs routine technical and clerical functions, exercises independent judgment within the scope of practice, and provides leadership oversight for team members, workflows, and operational processes to ensure efficient and compliant pharmacy operations.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Demonstrates leadership through professional conduct, accountability, innovation, and commitment to organizational values.
- Serves as a role model for technical excellence, customer service, and teamwork.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Education: High School Degree or Equivalent
Work Experience: 3 years
Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the State of South Carolina Board of Pharmacy (SCBOP) is required and must be maintained. Must obtain and maintain Pharmacy Technician Certification (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT)) certification:
- Team members as of 11/1/2023: within 1 year of 11/1/2023.
- New Team members as of 11/1/2023: within 6 months of hire.
- New team members who are enrolled or will enroll in a pharmacy technician training program accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and/or recognized by PTCB, have 30 days post program completion to obtain certification.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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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.