Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health•Detroit Lakes, MN

20d•$17 - $25

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians work in a retail pharmacy, supporting the team in promptly, safely, and accurately filling patient prescriptions while providing caring service to patients and customers. The role helps ensure medication needs are met and regulatory standards are followed, with ethical conduct and patient confidentiality maintained at all times. Technicians work in a fast-paced environment and must comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. New Pharmacy Technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy’s training program and satisfy 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 completed. Afterward, technicians can continue developing clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. Work assignments may include managing pharmacy workstations and tasks in support of pharmacy operations.

Requirements

Comply with applicable state Board of Pharmacy requirements and laws governing pharmacy practice, including age, education, and licensure or certification requirements.
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.
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, including active listening and clear interaction with customers and colleagues.
Mathematical reasoning, including the ability to calculate a prescription’s days’ supply.
Problem-resolution skills, including recognizing problems 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.

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 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 satisfy applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements.