Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health • Detroit, MI

5d • $17 - $25

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician works in a retail pharmacy to support the safe, prompt, and accurate filling of patient prescriptions while providing compassionate service to patients and customers. The role helps ensure medication needs are met and regulatory requirements are followed, maintaining ethical conduct and patient confidentiality. Pharmacy Technicians manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks in a fast-paced environment while supporting the pharmacy team and exceeding customer expectations.

New Pharmacy Technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy’s training program and meet applicable state 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. Licensure requirements vary by state, and collective bargaining agreement rules may apply in select markets. Depending on the role and location, COVID-19 vaccination may be required where permitted by law, subject to reasonable accommodation provisions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensure requirements; requirements 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 customer reactions.
• Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers and colleagues, including active listening.
• Mathematical reasoning, such as calculating a prescription’s day supply.
• Ability to recognize problems and select an appropriate course of action in 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 the prompt, safe, and accurate filling of patient prescriptions.
• Help ensure patients’ medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met.
• Provide caring service to patients and customers, responding appropriately to their needs.
• Maintain ethical conduct and patient confidentiality.
• Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements.
• Build clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training.

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