Pharmacy Technician Jobs in North Carolina
Pharmacy Technician jobs in North Carolina are consistently active, with strong demand across retail pharmacy chains, health system outpatient pharmacies, and specialty pharmacy operations serving the state's growing population. Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro are the largest hiring markets, anchored by employers like CVS Health, Walgreens, and UNC Health, which maintain a broad and lasting presence throughout the state. Compounding pharmacy, oncology pharmacy support, and long-term care pharmacy are among the most sought-after specializations for candidates at every level, from entry-level to senior technician. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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PharMerica is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Technician in Raleigh, NC!
PharMerica is seeking a highly capable and motivated individual to join our team. PharMerica is a non-retail pharmacy that focuses on providing exceptional customer service and meeting the pharmacy needs for hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, long-term acute care centers, and other specialized care centers nationwide.
This position will provide the opportunity to grow your pharmaceutical skills under the direct guidance of a state-licensed pharmacist while providing essential care to our patients in our closed-door pharmacy. Our organization is in high growth mode, which can provide opportunities for advancement for individuals looking for career progression!
North Carolina License Required in the first 30 days of employment.
Schedules Available:
- Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm
- Friday - Monday 7:00am - 5:30pm
Our Benefits Include:
- Competitive pay
- Shift differential
- Health, dental, & vision
- Company paid STD & LTD
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Schedules
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401k
- Employee Discount Program
- Daily Pay
Our team at PharMerica promotes a variety of initiatives designed to enhance the work and personal lives of our employees, celebrate diversity and improve the communities where we work and live.
Responsibilities:
- Fills prescription items, as permitted by the State Board of Pharmacy, packaging medications for dispensing and for delivery, meeting the accuracy and productivity standards of the pharmacy
- Labels products appropriately, including cautionary or auxiliary labels
- Participates in the periodic inventory of the pharmacy
- May check in drugs and supplies, stock shelves and remove out-of-date items from the inventory
- Prepares medications including emulsions, liquids, powders and ointments, which may include non-sterile compounding
- Communicates with internal and external customers in a pleasant and professional manner
- May process returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction
- Assists in the training of new employees
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Also performs at least one of the following:
- Works in the Controlled Drugs (Narcotics) Room;
- Works with automated machine to prepack drugs;
- Manages inventory functions such as monitoring pharmaceutical levels and identify expired medications, managing to the pharmacy standard for Days on Hand;
- Inputs patient data and medication orders into a computer system to produce labels (data entry);
- Mixes/packages IV medications, sanitizes IV room, equipment and hood
- Services facility-based medication dispensing machines (e.g., RxNow)
- Performs other tasks as assigned
- Required: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience in a pharmacy setting and with medical terminology. Ability to operate a computer; ability to recognize and identify medications. Detail oriented; goal oriented, team player, effective oral communication. Pharmacy Technician license (as required by state).
- Desired: Long Term Care pharmacy experience & National Pharmacy Technician License.
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Pharmacy Technician Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens54

- CVS Health38

- Advocate Aurora Health12

- Harris Teeter10

- Atrium Health6

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail21
- Insurance14
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pharmacy technician jobs across North Carolina.
- Active North Carolina pharmacy technician registration with the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy
- National certification through PTCB or NHA ExCPT preferred or required by most employers
- Prior pharmacy dispensing or retail pharmacy experience in a high-volume setting
- Strong accuracy and attention to detail when verifying prescriptions and processing orders
- Proficiency with pharmacy management software such as QS/1, PioneerRx, or similar platforms
- Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
Pharmacy Technician Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pharmacy technician in North Carolina?
To become a pharmacy technician in North Carolina, you must register with the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy before working in any pharmacy setting. Applicants typically complete a high school diploma or equivalent, submit an application to the Board, and pass a criminal background check. Most employers strongly prefer or require national certification through the PTCB or NHA. Some community colleges across the state, including Forsyth Tech and Wake Tech, offer pharmacy technician training programs that prepare candidates for both registration and certification.
How much do pharmacy technicians make in North Carolina?
Pharmacy technicians in North Carolina earn a median of about $44,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $35,820 for the lowest 10% to over $57,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pharmacy technicians in North Carolina?
Employers hiring pharmacy technicians in North Carolina right now include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Advocate Aurora Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's large integrated health systems and extensive retail pharmacy footprint across urban and rural counties keep demand for certified technicians steady throughout the year.
Which North Carolina cities have the most pharmacy technician jobs?
Winston-Salem, Charlotte, and Raleigh are the North Carolina cities with the most pharmacy technician openings, reflecting the concentration of major health systems, hospital campuses, and high-volume retail pharmacy locations in each metro. Charlotte and Raleigh anchor hiring volume through large hospital networks and dense retail corridors, while secondary markets like Greensboro benefit from regional medical centers and established pharmacy chains serving surrounding communities.
Are there remote pharmacy technician jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. About 4% of pharmacy technician openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role typically is. The parts of the work most suited to remote arrangements are prior authorization processing, specialty pharmacy patient coordination, and mail-order pharmacy order review, which some larger pharmacy benefit managers and specialty operations post as fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a pharmacy technician in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to retail pharmacy chains, which routinely hire candidates with no prior pharmacy experience and provide on-the-job training alongside registration support. CVS Health and Walgreens both operate training programs in North Carolina that bring in new hires before certification. Candidates who have worked in healthcare adjacent roles such as medical assistant, patient service representative, or pharmacy clerk have a clear advantage, and completing a community college program like those at Central Piedmont or Wake Tech strengthens an application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to pharmacy technician jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to pharmacy technician jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and credentials, then apply directly through the listing.
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