Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians support the pharmacy team in promptly, safely, and accurately filling patient prescriptions while providing compassionate service to patients and customers. The role contributes to patient access to care, medication needs, and regulatory compliance in a retail pharmacy environment that follows professional and ethical standards and applicable federal, state, and local laws. Technicians must maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate ethical conduct. New Pharmacy Technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy Technician Training and meet the registration, licensing, and certification requirements applicable under their state’s Board of Pharmacy guidelines. A manager may initially restrict duties until those requirements are completed. Technicians can then build clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. Duties may vary by role and location, and collective bargaining agreement rules may apply in select markets.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Meet applicable state licensure requirements, which vary by state.
- Concentrate on tasks over time without being distracted.
- Demonstrate customer service orientation, including helping people in a friendly manner and responding appropriately to their reactions.
- Use verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers and colleagues, including active listening.
- Use mathematical reasoning, such as calculating a prescription’s days’ supply.
- Recognize problems and select an appropriate course of action when faced with complex situations.
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 filling of patient prescriptions.
- Provide caring, compassionate service to patients and customers.
- Help ensure patients’ medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met.
- Maintain ethical conduct and patient confidentiality.
- Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and satisfy applicable state registration, licensing, and certification 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
