Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health•Charlotte, NC

22d•$17 - $25

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians support the pharmacy team in promptly, safely, and accurately filling patient prescriptions while providing caring service to patients and customers. They help meet medication needs and regulatory compliance standards, maintain patient confidentiality, and work in accordance with applicable professional and ethical standards and federal, state, and local laws. The role may suit candidates new to pharmacy work as well as experienced technicians. 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 by a manager until those requirements are met. Technicians can then continue developing their clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. The position is full-time, with 40 anticipated weekly hours. Pay is listed as $16.50–$25.00 per hour; the actual offer depends on factors including experience, education, and geography.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Meet applicable state pharmacy technician licensure requirements; requirements 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 customer reactions.
Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers and colleagues, including active listening.
Mathematical reasoning, such as calculating a prescription’s days’ supply.
Problem-resolution skills, including recognizing problems and choosing an appropriate course of action.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including standing and walking for sustained periods, fine finger work, reaching, bending, stooping, speaking and hearing, close visual acuity, and occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds.

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 that meets or exceeds customer 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 meet state-specific registration, licensing, and certification requirements.