Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health•Oakland, CA

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians help patients access care by supporting the safe, prompt, and accurate filling of prescriptions while providing compassionate customer service. The role includes managing assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks, meeting medication needs and regulatory requirements, maintaining patient confidentiality, and following applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. New technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy Technician Training and satisfy applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements. Duties may initially be restricted until those requirements are met. Technicians can continue developing clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Meet applicable state licensure requirements, which vary by state.
  • Ability to concentrate on tasks over time without distraction.
  • Customer-service orientation, including helping people in a friendly manner and responding appropriately to their reactions.
  • Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers and colleagues, including active listening.
  • Mathematical reasoning skills, such as calculating a prescription's days' supply.
  • Problem-resolution skills, including recognizing when something is wrong and choosing an appropriate course of action.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting.
  • Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
  • PTCB National Certification.
  • High school diploma or equivalent (preferred, but not required).

Responsibilities

  • Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks to support prompt, safe, and accurate prescription filling.
  • Provide caring service to patients and customers that meets or exceeds expectations.
  • Help ensure patients' medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met.
  • Demonstrate ethical conduct and maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and applicable registration, licensing, and certification requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement savings options
  • Wellness programs
  • Other resources, based on eligibility
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