Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health • Frederick, MD

13d • $17 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians support the pharmacy team in delivering operational and service excellence in retail locations. They are often the first point of contact for patients and customers, helping ensure prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately while providing caring service. Technicians follow standard operating procedures and pharmacy workflow practices, communicate effectively, and contribute to a safe and inclusive team culture.

After starting, Technicians must complete the company training program and meet applicable state Board of Pharmacy registration, licensing, and certification requirements. Until those requirements are met, the Pharmacy Manager may restrict duties. Depending on state law and required training and certification, Technicians may also provide services such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and offsite clinic support. Where permitted, a Technician may obtain Technician Immunizer status and help prepare and administer vaccines.

This is a part-time role with 29 anticipated weekly hours. The listed pay range is $16.50–$25.00 per hour; the actual offer depends on factors including experience, education, geography, and other relevant considerations. The position is eligible for benefits and programs, depending on hours worked and eligibility.

Requirements

• Comply with applicable state Board of Pharmacy requirements and laws, including requirements concerning age, education, and licensure or certification.
• If the state Board of Pharmacy does not set a minimum age, be at least 16 years old.
• If the state Board of Pharmacy does not set a minimum education requirement, have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be actively enrolled in high school or a high school equivalency program.
• Complete required training within the designated timeframe.
• Demonstrate concentration, task-switching ability, and attention to prescription information and label accuracy.
• Demonstrate friendly customer service, awareness of patient reactions, and the ability to respond appropriately.
• Use verbal and written communication and active listening to interact with patients and colleagues.
• Use mathematical reasoning to determine quantities such as tablets, days’ supply, and the number of bottles needed for a prescription.
• Identify challenging patient or colleague interactions and choose an appropriate course of action.
• Meet the physical demands of the position, including extended periods upright, reaching, repetitive finger movement, stooping, close visual acuity, and lifting or exerting force as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Previous experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting.
• Ability to work in the home store and at other market locations to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Follow company standard operating procedures at each workstation to support Pharmacists in managing and improving patient health.
• Follow pharmacy workflow procedures in production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off to support safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
• Provide empathetic, personalized service to patients at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone; offer immunizations and other services where appropriate; and resolve or escalate patient concerns.
• Complete basic inventory activities as permitted by law and directed by pharmacy leadership, including putting away medication deliveries, cycle counts, returns-to-stock, and waiting-bin inventories.
• Contribute to a high-performing team, accept feedback, and seek opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge.
• Remain flexible to scheduling and business needs and travel voluntarily to other stores in the market for shifts as needed.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, and CVS policies, including requirements for patient safety, controlled-substance dispensing and recordkeeping, and privacy and security.
• Deliver additional patient health care services, such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and offsite clinics, when allowed by law and supported by required training and certification.
• Where permitted, complete licensure and training for Technician Immunizer status; educate patients about vaccines and refer vaccination questions to the Pharmacist-on-duty; monitor and respond to adverse reactions and report events as required; review and collect patient information and document it; and monitor and manage vaccine supplies.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends, and complete required training within the designated timeframe.
• Confirm prescription information and label accuracy; provide attentive customer service; communicate effectively with patients and colleagues; use math to support prescription dispensing; and identify and resolve challenging interactions.
• Perform the physical activities required for the role, including standing and moving for extended periods, lifting, scanning, bagging, reaching, repetitive finger movements, stooping, and visually inspecting small details.
• Perform additional tasks as directed by a Supervisor or Manager.

Benefits

• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• Wellness resources.
• Employee discounts.
• Access to certain voluntary benefits and other programs, depending on hours worked and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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