How to hire a pharmacist technician instructor

How to hire a pharmacist technician instructor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step pharmacist technician instructor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a pharmacist technician instructor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new pharmacist technician instructor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your pharmacist technician instructor job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a pharmacist technician instructor for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A pharmacist technician instructor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, pharmacist technician instructors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of pharmacist technician instructors and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Pharmacist Technician Instructor	Description	Hourly rate
   Pharmacist Technician Instructor	Career and technical education teachers instruct students in various technical and vocational subjects, such as auto repair, healthcare, and culinary arts. They teach academic and technical content to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter an occupation.	$12-35
   Adjunct Faculty	Adjunct faculty is the collective term for adjunct professors or lecturers. The adjunct faculty teaches students based on the limited-term of their contract... Show more	$21-73
   Teacher-In-Training	A teacher-in-training is a teaching professional who offers technical teaching assistance to teachers in developing effective behavior management and instructional strategies to support student learning. The teacher must collaborate with principals while employing diverse techniques to increase the effectiveness of student learning... Show more	$11-26

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Ethics
   • PowerPoint
   • Guest Speakers
   • Professional Development
   • Aseptic Technique
   • Student Retention
   • IV
   • Pharmacy Law
   • Dosage Forms
   • Course Curriculum
   • Pharmacology
   • Program Chair
   • Student Performance
   • Student Learning

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks while supporting team members in promptly, safely and accurately filling patient prescriptions.
   • Instruct medical assistant and pharmacy technician students in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and computer and keyboarding skills.
   • Complete lectures with PowerPoint presentations.
   • Deliver class and clinical instructions according to an approve course syllabus.
   • Develop syllabus and overall course structure including daily lab practicum and administer all grades.
   • Communicate with patients and gather information such as background, medical history, allergies to medications, and inputting insurance information.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your pharmacist technician instructor job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A pharmacist technician instructor salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, pharmacist technician instructors' average salary in idaho is 56% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level pharmacist technician instructors earn 64% less than senior-level pharmacist technician instructors.
   • Certifications. A pharmacist technician instructor with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a pharmacist technician instructor's salary.

   Average pharmacist technician instructor salary

   $44,247yearly

   $21.27 hourly rate

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   Entry-level pharmacist technician instructor salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 29, 2025

4. Writing a pharmacist technician instructor job description

   A good pharmacist technician instructor job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a pharmacist technician instructor job description:

   Pharmacist technician instructor job description example

   **Entrust Your Career to HealthTrust!**
   
   **JOB TITLE** - Pharmacy Technician **StarTech Instructor (CPT)**
   
   **GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES** -
   
   This position educates new StarRx learners by providing a comprehensive blended training experience that offers participants the opportunity to become a hospital Pharmacy Technician providing service for patients in our HCA Healthcare Hospitals. This position may include performing on site or virtual visits with learners in their facilities. As a highly visible department representative, this person must consistently demonstrates a strong service commitment by continually striving to meet and exceed customer expectations.
   
   **SUPERVISOR** - StarTECH Clinical Manager
   
   **SUPERVISES** - N/A
   
   **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO** :
   
   This position is responsible for delivery of the HCA Approved Pharmacy Technician Training Program, focused on the implementation and use of the PassAssured Pharmacy Technician Curriculum. The role requires interaction with Regional Clinical Managers, StarTech Clinical Manager, and other full time and per diem HealthTrust Workforce Solutions Instructors to ensure training programs are focused on the needs of our customers and delivered effectively.
   
   + Responsible for course instruction including classroom, skills, and equipment training.
   
   + Responsible for maintaining and logging supplies for current and upcoming weeks
   
   + Assists with the evaluation and improvement of the course content
   
   + Hours vary according to training schedule and needs but typically 7:00-5:00
   
   + Self - directed and motivated
   
   + Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
   
   + Strong analytical skills
   
   + Must have clear speaking voice and good hearing
   
   + Able to treat coworkers and learners with dignity and respect
   
   + All other duties as assigned
   
   + Travel is required at 50% or more depending on business needs and locations.
   
   **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES** -
   
   + **Communication** - strong presentation skills, including clear and concise verbal and written communication.
   
   + **Adaptability** - ability to maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks and/or work environment; adjusts effectively to rapidly changing work structures, processes, requirements and cultures.
   
   + **Energy** - consistently maintains high levels of activity and productivity while sustaining long working hours when necessary; operates with vigor, effectiveness, flexibility, and determination over extended periods.
   
   + **Contribution to Team Success** - actively participates as a member of a team to move toward the completion of goals.
   
   + **Tactical Execution -** demonstrates personal ownership of tasks and follows through to drive and obtain results.
   
   + **Functional Knowledge** - general understanding and knowledge of hospital operations, adult learning principles.
   
   + **Customer Orientation** - establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations.
   
   + **PC Skills** - demonstrates strong proficiency in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint; experience in using web-based development and authoring products such as learning management systems,
   
   + **Stress Tolerance** - maintains stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handles stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and the organization.
   
   **POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK -**
   
   This is a full-time salaried position. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Schedule is subject to change. Calls/Emails of high importance that require immediate attention must be handled accordingly.
   
   **TRAVEL -**
   
   **Position requires ability to fly on airplanes, be properly licensed and able to rent and drive an automobile, and work in diverse office settings. Approximately 50% travel will be required.**
   
   **EDUCATION/CERTIFICATE**
   
   + Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPT)
   
   + Registered as Pharmacy Technician in applicable state
   
   + Vocational Technical College Diploma
   
   + College Associate Degree preferred
   
   **EXPERIENCE** -
   
   + Minimum of 3-5 years of recent clinical pharmacy technician experience
   
   + Educational experience preferred
   
   **PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS** -
   
   Position requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Must be able to carry and move boxes weighing up to 50 lbs Requires normal range of hearing, verbal communication and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriately to perform job responsibilities.
   
   Job Board: EV
   
   **ReqID:** 636297
   
   **Category:** Allied
   
   **Specialty:** Pharmacy Technician
   
   **Job Type:** Full-Time

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right pharmacist technician instructor for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your pharmacist technician instructor job on Zippia to find and attract quality pharmacist technician instructor candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as k12jobspot, learn4good, serious teachers, teachingjobs.com.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with pharmacist technician instructor candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new pharmacist technician instructor

   Once you've selected the best pharmacist technician instructor candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new pharmacist technician instructor first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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