Pharmacy Technician - Retail Pharmacy

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000

Job summary

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Portland, ME. The role involves working with a trainer/mentor to assist pharmacists and the care team with storage, distribution, preparation, and handling of medications.

The position is full-time with a rotating shift, and education requirements include a high school diploma. A current or eligible Pharmacy Technician license is required, with no prior experience needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• License/Certifications: Current or eligible for applicable state license as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience: None required.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and care team with storage, distribution, preparation, and handling of medications.
• Work in a training capacity, under a trainer/mentor, completing competencies in the pharmacy.
• Support the pharmacy team in the assigned practice area.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Portland, ME
Facility: Maine Medical Center
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Rotating
Job Category: Professional - Clinical
Req #: 87671
Date Posted: Sep 15, 2026

For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering up to $3,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Pharmacy Technicians!

o Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time Pharmacy Technician position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.

o Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

Summary:
The Pharmacy Technician role will function in a training capacity, working alongside a trainer/mentor while completing their job responsibilities in their respective pharmacy practice area. The role will assist pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and the care team in the storage, distribution, preparation, and handling of medications within MaineHealth. The Pharmacy Technician will only perform competencies that they have completed in their knowledge-based courses and on the job training and are qualified to perform alongside a technician trainer/mentor or pharmacist.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• License/Certifications: Current or eligible for applicable state(s) license as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience: None required

Additional Skills/Requirements Required

• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Proficient computer skills

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $20.68to $25.10 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [emailprotected]

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute:

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

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