Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health•Fair Lawn, NJ

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians deliver compassionate service to patients and customers while helping ensure medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met. They manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks so the team can fill prescriptions promptly, safely, and accurately, while maintaining patient confidentiality and ethical conduct in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The role is suited to people who work well in a fast-paced environment and provide genuine, caring customer service. New Pharmacy Technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy’s training program and satisfy the registration, licensing, and certification requirements set by their state’s Board of Pharmacy. Duties may initially be restricted until these requirements are met. Afterward, technicians can continue developing clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. The position is full-time, with 40 anticipated weekly hours.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Meet applicable state pharmacy registration and licensing requirements.
Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and satisfy applicable registration, licensing, and certification requirements.
Demonstrate attention and focus, including the ability to concentrate on a task without being distracted.
Demonstrate customer service orientation, including helping people in a friendly manner and responding appropriately to customers’ reactions.
Use verbal and written communication effectively with customers and colleagues, and listen actively.
Use mathematical reasoning, such as calculating a prescription’s days’ supply.
Recognize problems and choose an appropriate course of action when faced with complex situations.
Meet the physical demands of the position, including remaining upright and moving about on foot, working with fingers, extending the hands and arms, bending and stooping, communicating and hearing spoken information, and performing close visual work.
Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds; exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and negligible force constantly.

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.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks to support prompt, safe, and accurate prescription filling.
Help meet patients’ medication needs and applicable regulatory compliance standards.
Provide caring service to patients and customers that meets or exceeds expectations.
Maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate ethical conduct.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.