Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Baltimore, MD
Pharmacy technicians in Baltimore fill and compound medications for Johns Hopkins hospital pharmacies and Kaiser Permanente medical centers, with posted hospital ranges starting near $18 an hour and Kaiser technicians above $26. Every technician must register with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy. Here are the current openings.
Current pharmacy technician Openings in Baltimore, MD
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Pharmacy Technician Work in Baltimore
Hospital pharmacy work in Baltimore runs largely through Johns Hopkins. Technicians at Johns Hopkins Hospital in East Baltimore and Johns Hopkins Bayview on Eastern Avenue prepare, package and deliver medications around the clock, with day, evening and night rotations. Johns Hopkins Care at Home hires float technicians who rotate between Hopkins campuses, Greenspring Station in Timonium and the Central Production Pharmacy on Holabird Avenue in Southeast Baltimore.
Outpatient pharmacy work follows the medical centers out into the county. Kaiser Permanente hires pharmacy technicians at its White Marsh Medical Center in Nottingham, off I-95 northeast of the city, with float assignments that travel between centers. Because Maryland requires a pay range on every posting, you can compare hospital and outpatient offers before you apply.
Top Baltimore Employers Hiring Pharmacy Technicians
These Baltimore-area employers post pharmacy technician roles on their own careers sites:
- Johns Hopkins Hospital - the East Baltimore hospital hires Pharmacy Technician I and II staff on rotating day, evening and night shifts.
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center - the Southeast Baltimore campus hires certified Pharmacy Tech II staff, including a night shift.
- Johns Hopkins Care at Home - the home care division hires float technicians for compounding and medication preparation.
- Kaiser Permanente - the health plan hires pharmacy technicians at its White Marsh Medical Center and float roles across the north region.
Pharmacy Technician Salaries in Baltimore
- Entry level: about $18 to $21 per hour for newly registered Pharmacy Technician I staff.
- Experienced: roughly $21 to $28 per hour for PTCB-certified technicians with hospital experience.
- Senior: about $28 to $38 per hour for outpatient float roles and the top of hospital ranges.
These are estimates based on ranges Baltimore employers posted in 2026. PTCB certification, IV and sterile compounding skills, night shifts and float assignments push pay up, and Kaiser Permanente pays technicians who meet its Tech II criteria on a higher scale.
How to Become a Pharmacy Technician in Baltimore
Maryland requires everyone who works as a pharmacy technician behind the counter, in retail, hospital and long-term care pharmacies alike, to register with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy, which is based in Baltimore. Hopkins asks for a high school diploma and Board registration at hire, and its certified Tech II roles also require PTCB certification. The Community College of Baltimore County offers a 145-hour Pharmacy Technician workforce certificate at its Essex and Randallstown campuses and online that prepares you for the PTCB exam, after which you can register with the Board.
What the Job Involves
Pharmacy technicians prepare, package and label medications under a pharmacist's supervision. In a hospital they fill unit doses and carts, compound IV medications, deliver medications to nursing units and keep automated dispensing cabinets stocked. In outpatient pharmacies they enter prescriptions, count and fill orders, work with insurance and help patients at the counter. Every shift includes careful inventory and record keeping.
Skills Employers Look For
- Maryland Board of Pharmacy registration
- PTCB or NHA national certification
- Accurate pharmacy math and dosage calculations
- Knowledge of drug names, terminology and pharmacy procedures
- Sterile and non-sterile compounding
- Inventory control and attention to detail
- Clear communication with pharmacists, nurses and patients
Career Path and Advancement
In Baltimore the ladder usually starts as a Pharmacy Technician I at a Hopkins hospital, then moves to certified Tech II once you pass the PTCB exam and gain hospital experience. From there technicians specialize in IV compounding, move into float and lead roles, or take outpatient jobs at Kaiser Permanente centers in White Marsh and around the Beltway. Some use the experience to apply to pharmacy school.
Related Careers in Baltimore
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do pharmacy technicians need a license in Maryland?
Yes. Maryland requires pharmacy technicians to register with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy. Johns Hopkins asks for registration at hire, and Kaiser Permanente gives new technicians up to six months to get it.
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Baltimore?
Johns Hopkins posts technician ranges from about $18 to $32 an hour depending on level and shift. Kaiser Permanente's White Marsh float role was posted at $26.75 to $37.96 an hour.
Do I need PTCB certification to work in Baltimore?
Not always to start. Hopkins Pharmacy Technician I roles ask for state registration, and its Care at Home float role allows two years to earn PTCB or NHA certification. Certified Tech II jobs at Johns Hopkins Bayview require PTCB.
How long does pharmacy technician training take in Baltimore?
CCBC's Pharmacy Technician workforce certificate is 145 hours, including a PTCB exam review course. Kaiser Permanente also runs its own technician training program for new hires who are not yet licensed.
Do hospital pharmacy technicians work nights?
Yes. Hospital pharmacies run 24 hours, so Johns Hopkins posts rotating day, evening and night shifts and dedicated night roles at Bayview. Outpatient pharmacies mostly run daytime and early evening hours.
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