Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health•Queen Creek, AZ

21d•$17 - $27

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians support the pharmacy team in promptly, safely, and accurately filling patient prescriptions while providing compassionate customer service. They help meet patients’ medication needs and maintain regulatory compliance, follow professional and ethical standards, comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, and protect patient confidentiality. The role involves managing assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment. New Pharmacy Technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy’s training program and satisfy applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements. Duties may initially be restricted by the manager until those requirements are met. Technicians can then continue to develop clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. The position is full-time, with 40 anticipated weekly hours. Depending on the role and location, COVID-19 vaccination may be required where permitted by law, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensure, registration, and certification requirements; requirements vary by state.
Ability to concentrate on tasks over time without being distracted.
Customer service orientation, including helping people in a friendly manner and responding appropriately to customer reactions.
Verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and clear interaction with customers and colleagues.
Mathematical reasoning, including using math to calculate a prescription’s days’ supply.
Problem-resolution skills, including recognizing problems and choosing an appropriate course of action.

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 team in filling prescriptions promptly, safely, and accurately.
Provide caring, compassionate service to patients and customers and respond appropriately to their needs.
Help ensure medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met.
Maintain ethical conduct and patient confidentiality.
Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and meet applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements.
Develop clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training.