Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health•Wethersfield, CT

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians help patients and customers with their medication needs while supporting safe, prompt, and accurate prescription filling. They work in a retail pharmacy environment, follow professional and ethical standards, comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and protect patient confidentiality. Technicians manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks, contribute to the pharmacy team, and provide caring service that meets or exceeds customer expectations. New Pharmacy Technicians must complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and satisfy applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements. Duties may initially be restricted by the manager until these requirements are met. As technicians gain qualifications and experience, they can develop clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensure requirements, which vary by state.
Ability to concentrate on tasks over time without being distracted.
Customer service orientation, including recognizing and responding appropriately to customer needs and reactions.
Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers and colleagues, including active listening.
Mathematical reasoning skills, such as calculating a prescription’s days’ supply.
Problem-solving skills, including recognizing problems and selecting an appropriate course of action.
Ability to perform the listed physical demands, including sustained standing, moving between work areas, fine finger movements, bending and stooping, spoken communication, and close visual work.
Ability to occasionally lift or exert up to 30 pounds and frequently exert up to 10 pounds of force.

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

Support the pharmacy team in promptly, safely, and accurately filling patient prescriptions.
Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks.
Help meet patients’ medication needs and applicable regulatory compliance standards.
Provide compassionate, friendly service to patients and customers.
Maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate ethical conduct.
Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and applicable registration, licensing, and certification requirements.