Ayr Wellness is a leading U.S. multi-state cannabis operator with more than 90 licensed retail locations across Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Nevada, and Virginia. We cultivate, manufacture, and sell a broad portfolio of high-quality cannabis products, proudly serving both medical patients and adult-use consumers across our markets.
At Ayr, our strength lies in our people. We’re re-imagining how we work across every part of our business, and we’re looking for builders and doers to roll up their sleeves and help shape what’s next. The cannabis industry is fast-moving, complex, and full of opportunity. At Ayr you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career alongside a company positioning itself for long-term success.
The Dispensary Pharmacy Technician works closely with Pharmacists to provide exceptional patient care. This role is responsible for consulting with qualified patients and caregivers and, under the supervision of a pharmacist, administering approved medical marijuana products. The Dispensary Pharmacy Technician also supports patient identification and registration, record retention, product tracking, and inventory control.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Monitor and resolve problems in the prescription fulfillment process
• Promote and maintain the dispensary’s professional reputation and provide patients and customers with pharmacy products and services
• Assist the Pharmacist in filling prescription items, as permitted by the state
• Label products appropriately
• Input patient data and medication orders into the POS system
• Enter prescription data into applicable state systems
• Support all aspects of patient and customer service in a retail dispensary environment
• Maintain patient records, product tracking, and inventory control
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must maintain an active State Pharmacy Technician license
• At least one year of experience working as a pharmacy technician
• Customer-facing experience strongly preferred
• Candidates must demonstrate the highest ethical standards
• Strong customer service mindset with a focus on patient care
• Ability to foster a supportive, collaborative, and productive environment
• Weekend availability required
• Pharmacy Technician certification required
• Must maintain an active State Pharmacy Technician license
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This person may be exposed to cannabis plant material, kief, cleaning chemicals, and fumes. Although systems are in place to remove these byproducts, there is still exposure to some degree. This role operates in a licensed Virginia cannabis dispensing facility subject to state regulatory oversight and inspection at any time.
• Sitting, standing, and walking motion/movement required throughout the shift
• Ability to remain on feet for extended periods in a retail dispensary environment
• Occasional lifting or moving items up to 25 pounds
Compensation: $19.25 per hour
Virginia Regulatory Compliance Notice
This position operates within a Virginia-licensed cannabis dispensing facility and is subject to all applicable requirements under Virginia Code Title 4.1, Chapter 16, Virginia Board of Pharmacy regulations (3VAC10-30), and oversight by the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority. All activities must be performed under the personal, on-premises supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The Pharmacist-in-Charge is responsible for determining the number of interns, technicians, and trainees who can be safely and competently supervised at one time, not to exceed six persons performing pharmacy technician duties simultaneously, per Virginia Code § 4.1-1602(M).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ayr Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.