Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians support a retail pharmacy team by helping promptly, safely, and accurately fill patient prescriptions and providing compassionate service to patients and customers. The role helps ensure medication needs are met and pharmacy work complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Technicians are expected to demonstrate ethical conduct and maintain patient confidentiality while meeting professional and safety standards. New Pharmacy Technicians must complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and meet applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements. Duties may initially be restricted by the manager until those requirements are satisfied. Technicians can continue to develop clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. The position involves managing assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Meet applicable state pharmacy technician licensure requirements, which vary by state.
- Concentrate on tasks over time without being distracted.
- Help customers in a friendly manner, understand their reactions, and respond appropriately.
- Use verbal and written communication effectively with customers and colleagues, including active listening.
- Use mathematical reasoning, such as calculating a prescription’s days’ supply.
- Recognize problems or potential problems and choose 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 the team in filling patient prescriptions promptly, safely, and accurately.
- 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 required CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and applicable state 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
