Service Year Option - Pharm Tech Trainee Retail

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Tech Retail Trainee works in a supervised, hands-on learning environment to support retail pharmacy operations. This role assists pharmacists and technicians with prescription preparation, customer interactions, inventory management, and pharmacy services while completing required training and progressing toward licensure.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required
• Maryland resident
• Individuals eligible for the Maryland Service Year Program (generally ages 18–24)
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills (Microsoft Office, data entry)
• Ability to learn and apply technical pharmacy knowledge
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and comply with regulations
• Willingness to complete required training and coursework
• Must obtain Pharmacy Technician licensure in the state of Maryland within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

• This is a learning-intensive role with structured training and expectations for progress
• You’ll balance customer service and technical tasks throughout the day
• Accuracy is critical—mistakes can directly impact patient safety
• The pace can be fast, especially during busy pharmacy hours
• You’ll work closely with pharmacists and technicians, often taking direction throughout the shift
• There is accountability to obtain licensure within a set timeframe, which requires commitment outside of work hours

Responsibilities

• Complete required training programs and coursework while progressing through the trainee program
• Assist with prescription preparation, including data entry, labeling, and medication handling
• Support pharmacists in dispensing medications and interacting with patients
• Assist customers with prescription drop-off, pick-up, and payment transactions
• Help manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications
• Support pharmacy programs such as curbside pickup, specialty pharmacy, and meds-to-beds
• Maintain compliance with all pharmacy regulations and organizational policies

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
• life insurance
• short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• education assistance program
• employee assistance program
• shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED