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Pharmacy Technician
Company : Adoration Home Health & Hospice
Location : Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Our Company
PharMerica
Overview
PharMerica is hiring a Pharmacy Technician in Virginia Beach, VA!
Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference!
Schedule
Shift:40hr/week. M-F 8a-5p or 10a-7p rotating and Sa/Su 8a-3p rotating weekend
This is not a remote position
A pharmacy technician license is required
Benefits and perks for you!
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
- Tuition discounts & reimbursement
- 401(k)
- Company Paid Time Off*
- Shift Differential
- DailyPay
- Pet Insurance
- Employee wellness and discount programs
*Benefits may vary by employment status
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 you will:
- Fill prescription items and package medications for dispensing and delivery.
- Accurately label products, including cautionary and auxiliary labels.
- Prepare medications, including non-sterile compounding (liquids, powders, ointments, etc.).
- Enter patient and prescription data into the computer system to generate labels.
- Participate in pharmacy inventory management, including checking stock and removing expired medications.
- Handle returned medications per protocol (credit or destruction).
- Communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
- Assist with onboarding and training new pharmacy staff.
- Perform specialized tasks such as:
- Working in the Controlled Drugs (Narcotics) Room.
- Operating automated machines to prepack medications.
- Mixing IV medications and sanitizing IV room/equipment.
- Servicing facility-based dispensing machines (e.g., RxNow).
- Perform other pharmacy support tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications :
Required:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Pharmacy Technician license as required by state
- Experience in a pharmacy setting and medical terminology.
- Ability to operate a computer; recognize and identify medications.
- Detail oriented; goal oriented, team player, and effective oral communication.
Desired:
- Long Term Care pharmacy experience.
*Position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business day
About our Line of Business
PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a full-service pharmacy solution providing value beyond medication. PharMerica is the long-term care pharmacy services provider of choice for senior living communities, skilled nursing facilities, public health organizations, and post-acute care organizations. PharMerica is one of the nation's largest pharmacy companies, offering unmatched company culture, employee development, and advancement opportunities. For more information, please visit www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.
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Frequently asked questions
Virginia Beach shows a steady need for pharmacy technicians, particularly in healthcare and senior living facilities. Compared to Richmond or Norfolk, the demand is influenced by the presence of long-term care providers like Pharmerica, making it a competitive but promising job market for licensed pharmacy techs.
In Virginia Beach, holding a state-recognized pharmacy technician license is essential, as mandated by local regulations. Employers often prefer candidates with additional training in long-term care pharmacy settings, which aligns with the region’s healthcare focus on senior living communities.
Proficiency in medication preparation, non-sterile compounding, and inventory management is critical. Given the local emphasis on senior care, understanding long-term care pharmacy protocols and strong communication skills are highly valued for success in Virginia Beach.
Pharmacy Technicians often progress by gaining specialized certifications, such as in IV admixture or controlled substances handling. Opportunities include senior technician roles, educator positions, or transitioning towards pharmacy operations management with experience and continued education.
At Adoration Home Health & Hospice, the role centers around non-retail pharmaceutical services tailored to long-term care and senior clients. This contrasts with retail positions by focusing more on specialized medication packaging, inventory for care facilities, and less direct consumer interaction.
This company supports career growth with covered license fees, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of insurance options including pet insurance. Their schedule includes rotating shifts with a focus on work-life balance, enhanced by wellness programs and referral bonuses.
Pharmacy Technicians in Virginia Beach generally earn between $35,000 and $45,000 annually. Salaries can vary based on experience, certifications, and employer size, with roles in long-term care settings like Pharmerica often offering competitive compensation plus shift differentials.
Many believe pharmacy technicians only dispense medications, but the role also involves precise labeling, compounding, inventory control, and operating automated systems. It requires attention to detail and teamwork, especially in clinical and long-term care environments.
Starting as a trainee offers hands-on learning with potential advancement into specialist or educator positions. The growing healthcare sector in Virginia Beach supports upward mobility through certifications and experience, especially within companies focusing on senior care pharmacy services.
The company reimburses pharmacy technician license fees for both new hires and current staff, encouraging ongoing education. They also provide tuition discounts and training opportunities, fostering professional development tailored to the long-term care pharmacy environment.