Pharmacy Technician Trainee

PharMerica; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

DailyPay

License fee reimbursement

401(k) plan

Pet insurance

Job summary

PharMerica in Leesburg, VA is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Technician Trainee to support long-term care and senior living communities on a 9:00am-5:30pm schedule.

The position is 100% onsite at 945 Edwards Ferry Rd NE, Leesburg, VA 20176, with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to work independently and collaborate with a team accurately and efficiently.
• Position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business day.

Responsibilities

• Prescription Fulfillment & Accuracy: Fills prescription items in compliance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations, packaging medications for dispensing and delivery while meeting accuracy and productivity standards.
• Medication Preparation & Compounding: Prepares medications including emulsions, liquids, powders, and ointments, with experience in non-sterile compounding; performs sterile compounding and IV prescription preparation per quality standards.
• Inventory & Supply Management: Participates in pharmacy inventory, stocks shelves, reconciles and fills Emergency Drug Kit boxes, handles returned medications.
• Order Entry & Documentation: Performs order entry for new and refills with precision; maintains required documentation for compliance and audit readiness.
• Customer & Facility Support: Responds to inquiries from patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals; coordinates with facility staff to ensure timely medication delivery.
• Additional Duties: Performs other assigned tasks to support pharmacy operations and patient care.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Computer literacy

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

PharMerica is hiring full-time Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Leesburg, VA!

Come grow your career with PharMerica’s closed-door, non-retail pharmacy team—where you can make a meaningful impact supporting long-term care and senior living communities.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm

Work Location (100% Onsite)

945 Edwards Ferry Rd NE Leesburg, Va 20176

Benefits & Perks You’ll Love

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance – Comprehensive coverage
• Company‑Paid Short & Long‑Term Disability – Peace of mind guaranteed
• Flexible Schedules & Paid Time Off – Because balance matters
• Tuition Reimbursement – We invest in your growth
• Employee Discount Program & DailyPay – Perks you can use every day
• License Fee Reimbursement – We’ve got your pharmacy tech license fees covered
• 401(k) Plan – Invest in your future
• Pet Insurance – Care for your furry family members

Why PharMerica?

At PharMerica, you’ll join a team that values diversity, fosters work‑life balance, and contributes to stronger communities. If you’re passionate about service excellence and looking to make a real difference, we’d be excited to welcome you into the PharMerica family!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business days.

Responsibilities

How YOU will benefit:

• Supportive team with room to work independently
• Ongoing training and career growth
• Advancement opportunities in a growing company
• Referral bonuses
• We cover Pharmacy Technician license fees (new hires & current staff eligible)

As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee you will: Prescription Fulfillment & Accuracy

• Fills prescription items in compliance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations, packaging medications for dispensing and delivery while meeting accuracy and productivity standards.
• Labels products with cautionary and auxiliary information to ensure patient safety.

Medication Preparation & Compounding

• Prepares medications including emulsions, liquids, powders, and ointments, with experience in non-sterile compounding.
• Performs sterile compounding and IV prescription preparation in accordance with PharMerica’s quality standards and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Cleans and maintains sterile compounding rooms per USP 797 guidelines.

Inventory & Supply Management

• Participates in periodic pharmacy inventory, checking in drugs and supplies, stocking shelves, and removing expired items.
• Reconciles and fills Emergency Drug Kit (EDK) boxes as needed.
• Processes returned medications for credit or destruction in compliance with regulatory standards.

Order Entry & Documentation

• Performs order entry for new and refill prescriptions with precision.
• Files documentation as required by pharmacy regulations to maintain compliance and audit readiness.

Customer & Facility Support

• Responds to inquiries from patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, providing clear and accurate information.
• Coordinates with facility staff to ensure timely medication delivery and resolution of issues.

Additional Duties

• Performs other assigned tasks to support pharmacy operations and patient care.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate a computer
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Capacity to work independently and collaborate with a team accurately and efficiently
• Position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business day

About Our Line Of Business

PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams, serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals. We also cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation, we combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network. Our comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise, ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards. We are committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success. For more information, visit www.pharmerica.com . Follow us on Facebook , Twitter , and LinkedIn .

Salary Range

USD $16.00 - $22.00 / Hour