Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health•Huntington, WV

22d•$16 - $24

About The Position

CVS Health Pharmacy Technicians work in a retail pharmacy and help patients access care by supporting safe, prompt, and accurate prescription fulfillment. They provide compassionate customer service, help meet medication needs, follow regulatory requirements, maintain patient confidentiality, and uphold professional and ethical standards. The role requires managing assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks while supporting the pharmacy team in a fast-paced environment. New Pharmacy Technicians must complete CVS Pharmacy’s training program and meet state-specific registration, licensing, and certification requirements. Duties may initially be limited by a manager until those requirements are satisfied. Technicians can then continue developing clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training. 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.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Meet the licensure requirements applicable in the state of employment.
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 for interacting with customers and colleagues, including active listening.
Mathematical reasoning, such as calculating a prescription’s days’ supply.
Problem-resolution skills, including identifying problems and choosing an appropriate course of action.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including standing and moving for sustained periods, fine-finger work, reaching, bending and stooping, spoken communication and hearing, close visual acuity, and occasional lifting up to 30 pounds.

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 is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks to support prompt, safe, and accurate prescription fulfillment.
Help ensure patients’ medication needs are met and regulatory compliance standards are followed.
Provide caring service that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
Maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate ethical conduct.
Complete the CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and satisfy applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements.
Develop clinical, technical, and insurance knowledge through available tools and training.