Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health • Pittsburgh, PA

21d • $17 - $25

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians work in a retail pharmacy and help patients and customers with medication needs while supporting safe, prompt, and accurate prescription fulfillment. The role maintains professional and ethical standards, complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and protects patient confidentiality. Technicians manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks while providing caring service in a fast-paced environment.

New Pharmacy Technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy’s training program and meet applicable state Board of Pharmacy registration, licensing, and certification requirements. Duties may initially be restricted by the manager until those requirements are met. Afterward, technicians can continue developing clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. The position is part-time, with 20 anticipated weekly hours.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensure requirements; these 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 their 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 selecting an appropriate course of action.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described in the posting, including standing and walking for sustained periods, fine finger work, reaching, bending, stooping, speaking and hearing, 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 (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks to support prompt, safe, and accurate prescription filling.
• Help ensure patients’ medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met.
• Provide caring service to patients and customers that meets or exceeds expectations.
• Maintain ethical conduct and patient confidentiality.
• Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements.

Benefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Access to certain voluntary benefits
• Other programs supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, depending on hours worked and eligibility

What This Job Offers

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