Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health•New York, NY

16d•$19 - $29

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians support the pharmacy team in promptly, safely, and accurately filling patient prescriptions while providing caring service to patients and customers. The role is performed in a retail pharmacy environment with high professional and ethical standards and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Technicians must demonstrate ethical conduct and protect patient confidentiality. New Pharmacy Technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy’s training program and meet the registration, licensing, and certification requirements established by their state Board of Pharmacy. Duties may initially be restricted until those requirements are completed. Technicians can continue developing clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. The role is intended for people who can work in a fast-paced environment and provide compassionate, genuine care.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensure requirements; requirements vary by state.
Concentrate on tasks over time without distraction.
Demonstrate customer-service orientation, including responding appropriately to customer needs and reactions.
Use verbal and written communication effectively with customers and colleagues, including active listening.
Use mathematical reasoning, such as calculating a prescription’s days’ supply.
Recognize problems and choose an appropriate course of action in complex situations.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, finger dexterity, reaching, bending, stooping, speaking, and hearing.
Have close visual acuity for tasks such as reading, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and inspecting small parts.
Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds; exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.

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 promptly, safely, and accurately filling patient prescriptions.
Provide caring service to patients and customers that exceeds expectations.
Help ensure medication needs and regulatory compliance standards are met.
Demonstrate ethical conduct and maintain patient confidentiality.
Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements.
Build clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge using available tools and training.