Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Michigan
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Michigan are consistently active, with strong demand from retail pharmacy chains, large integrated health systems, and specialty pharmacy operations concentrated in and around Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing. Major employers with lasting roots in Michigan include Henry Ford Health, Spectrum Health, and CVS Health, all of which hire pharmacy technicians at every level from entry-level trainees through senior compounding and oncology specialists. The most sought-after skills in Michigan listings center on retail dispensing, sterile compounding, and medication therapy management support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company Description
At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.
Job Description
Eligible for $1,250 Sign On Bonus
Join Henry Ford Health as an Inpatient Part Time Pharmacy Technician and make a meaningful impact on patient care.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Schedule: Part Time Rotating Shifts - 20 Hours a week
Location: Warren
The inpatient pharmacy technician works under the supervision of a pharmacist and assists in the preparation of medications for patients. The pharmacy technician receives medication orders, enters medication orders into the pharmacy computer system, prepares medications and labels for dispensing, delivers medications to patient care areas, maintains drug inventory in dispensing areas, maintains appropriate records and processes medication charges for services rendered.
About Henry Ford Warren Hospital: Henry Ford Warren Hospital delivers specialty care and 24/7 emergency care along with a Level III Adult Trauma Center. We provide advanced surgical care for serious and life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Our care teams listen to understand your health needs and deliver care that's right for you. We offer specialty care — including heart, cancer, stroke care, orthopedics and women’s health.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Picks up medication orders and delivers medications to patient care areas on a routine and emergency basis.
- Accurately interprets and enters medication orders into the pharmacy computer system.
- Determines quantities needed to fill prescriptions and prepares prescription medications for dispensing following established policy and procedure.
- Aseptically compounds and labels intravenous solutions according to prescription formula or instructions.
- Fills unit dose cassettes with appropriate medications.
- Generates appropriate computer reports in a timely fashion.
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date admission, discharge, and transfer information.
- Exchanges unit dose cassettes in patient care areas.
- Checks expiration dates and returns items to their correct stock locations.
- Processes discontinued drug orders and performs medication billing functions for services rendered.
- Obtains necessary medications from pharmacy stock areas.
- Performs drug packaging and labeling functions as needed.
- Collects and records data as needed for workload statistics and maintains other necessary records.
- Maintains a neat and clean work environment at all times.
- Inventories and replenishes medication and supplies in dispensing areas.
- Replenishes emergency boxes with needed medications.
- Participates in the teaching and supervision of new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy technician students in each of the service areas.
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Requires high school diploma or GED
- Requires a Pharmacy Technician License from the State of Michigan
- 6 months pharmacy experience preferred
- Must have the ability to use a computer keyboard and type approximately 25 words per minute.
- Must possess the personality and ability to work with a wide variety of people under sometimes stressful situations.
- Must be motivated to provide high quality patient care.
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Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Pharmacy Technician Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens43

- CVS Health28

- Henry Ford Health17

- Meijer6

- McLaren Health Care5

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail18
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Insurance12
- Education2
- Distribution & Wholesale1
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pharmacy technician jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan Board of Pharmacy registration as a registered pharmacy technician
- PTCB or NHA ExCPT national certification completed or in progress
- Experience with pharmacy dispensing software such as QS/1 or PioneerRx
- Familiarity with Michigan Automated Prescription System reporting requirements
- Accurate data entry and prescription processing under licensed pharmacist supervision
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high prescription volume in fast-paced settings
Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pharmacy technician in Michigan?
Michigan requires pharmacy technicians to register with the Michigan Board of Pharmacy before working in any licensed pharmacy. Registration requires a high school diploma or equivalent and passing a Michigan-approved exam such as the PTCB or NHA ExCPT. Many Michigan employers also prefer or require completion of an accredited pharmacy technician training program, which community colleges such as Lansing Community College and Schoolcraft College offer. Once registered, technicians must renew every two years and meet continuing education requirements.
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Michigan?
Pharmacy technicians in Michigan earn a median of about $44,340 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $35,430 for the lowest 10% to over $54,740 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pharmacy technicians in Michigan?
Employers hiring pharmacy technicians in Michigan right now include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Henry Ford Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems alongside major retail pharmacy chains consistently post the greatest volume of openings, reflecting the state's mix of urban hospital campuses and suburban retail locations.
Which Michigan cities have the most pharmacy technician jobs?
Detroit, Warren, and Ann Arbor have the most pharmacy technician openings in Michigan. Detroit drives the largest share of listings through its dense concentration of hospital systems, specialty pharmacies, and high-traffic retail locations, while Grand Rapids reflects strong demand from Spectrum Health and its affiliated outpatient network, and Lansing benefits from state-government adjacent healthcare facilities and Michigan State University Health.
Are there remote pharmacy technician jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. About 9% of pharmacy technician openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, because most pharmacy technician work requires physical presence in a dispensary, hospital, or compounding lab. The parts of the role most suited to remote work are prior authorization support, medication reconciliation, and specialty pharmacy call center functions for larger health systems.
How can I get hired as a pharmacy technician in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to retail pharmacy training programs, where chains operating throughout Michigan routinely hire and train candidates on the job while they complete Michigan Board of Pharmacy registration. Henry Ford Health and Spectrum Health run pharmacy technician internship and on-the-job training tracks for candidates without prior dispensing experience. Starting as a pharmacy clerk, medical supply aide, or CNA at a Michigan hospital or long-term care facility also builds transferable familiarity that hiring managers value. Completing an accredited training program before applying gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to pharmacy technician jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to pharmacy technician jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated on an ongoing basis. Find roles that match your experience and credentials and apply directly to each employer without any extra steps.
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