Travel Pharmacy technician Salary Guide

Pharmacy technicians play a crucial role in patient care, as they’re heavily involved in ensuring the pharmacy fills customers’ prescriptions correctly. As baby boomers grow older, the demand for prescription medications will only increase, creating more opportunities for skilled pharmacy technicians to grow their careers.

Although a college degree isn’t necessary, this allied health job requires specialized knowledge and training. Whether you’re considering a career as a pharmacy technician or looking to switch jobs after gaining a few years of experience, it’s essential to know how much you can expect to get paid. Review this guide to pharmacy technician salary averages before you make any decisions.

Professional Requirements Vary by State

Certification may be necessary since each state has different requirements for pharmacy technicians. A limited number of states don’t require any certification, while others require you to be registered or licensed. Many states require national certification and registration or licensing. States with strict standards require pharmacy technicians to complete an approved training program or undergo on-the-job training. Check with your state’s professional licensing body to learn what you must do to work legally as a pharmacy technician.

Average Travel Pharmacy technician Salary

$1,226/week

The average salary for a Travel Pharmacy technician is $1,226 per week. This is 95% lower than the practicing US average of $2,391.

Last updated on December 17, 2024. Based on 27 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Salaries for Travel Pharmacy technician compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$1,226/week

95% lower than the practicing US average.

$2,391/week

United States

Where do Travel Pharmacy technicians get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Pennsylvania$849$1,412
What cities pay the most for Travel Pharmacy technicians?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania$836$1,412
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Pharmacy technician jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
GrapeTree Medical Staffing Allied$1,860$1,860
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC$1,816$2,002
Wellspring Nurse Source$1,815$1,815
Genie Healthcare$1,799$1,942
Solomon Page$1,713$1,713
Revolution Healthcare Services$1,692$1,692
Talent4Health$1,679$1,946
VitalHire$1,629$1,629
HONESTLOVE GLOBAL PROFESSIONAL STAFFING$1,626$1,626
Connected Health Care $1,520$1,520

Last updated on December 17, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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How to Increase Your Pay as a Pharmacy Technician

One of the best ways to increase your pay as a pharmacy technician is to obtain the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential. This certification helps you demonstrate your knowledge and skills to potential employers, making it possible to command a higher starting salary. To qualify for the CPhT, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a resident of the United States or one of its territories

  • Provide full disclosure of any criminal convictions or state board actions taken against your license

  • Complete an approved pharmacy technician training program or an equivalent amount of work experience

  • Pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)

You have two options for meeting the education and training requirements. The first is to complete one of the more than 1,400 programs approved by the Pharmacy Technician
Certification Board. You must complete the program before registering for the CPhT test or within 60 days of registration. The second option is to gain at least 500 hours of work experience as a pharmacy technician. You may complete the experience requirement in a hospital or retail pharmacy, or another appropriate setting.

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