Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health • Providence, RI

15d • $18 - $28

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians work in a retail pharmacy environment and help patients access care by supporting the accurate, safe, and timely fulfillment of prescriptions. They maintain professional and ethical standards, comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, protect patient confidentiality, and provide compassionate customer service. Technicians manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks while supporting the pharmacy team and responding to patient and customer needs.

New Pharmacy Technicians must complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and meet applicable state Board of Pharmacy registration, licensing, and certification requirements. Duties may initially be restricted by the manager until these requirements are satisfied. Technicians can continue developing clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. Role duties and vaccination requirements may vary by location; collective bargaining agreement rules may apply in select markets.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensure requirements; requirements vary by state.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks without being distracted.
• 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 potential problems and choosing an appropriate course of action.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including sustained standing, moving around the work area, finger-based tasks, reaching, bending, stooping, spoken communication, close visual work, and occasional lifting 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks to support the team in filling prescriptions promptly, safely, and accurately.
• Provide caring service that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
• Help ensure medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met.
• Maintain ethical conduct and patient confidentiality.
• Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and applicable registration, licensing, and certification requirements.

Benefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Access to certain voluntary benefits
• Other programs supporting colleagues’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being; eligibility may depend on hours worked.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed