Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health; Elkins (WV); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical plan options

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness screenings and confidential counseling

Job summary

A leading health solutions company is looking for a Pharmacy Technician in Elkins, West Virginia. This entry-level part-time position involves supporting pharmacy operations and enhancing patient experiences. Candidates must meet state licensing requirements and possess strong communication skills. This role offers a pay range of $16.00 to $24.00 an hour, with additional benefits available.

Qualifications

• Must comply with state board requirements including age, education, and certification.
• Minimum age may be 16; minimum education may be active enrollment in a high school program.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve patient health by following company SOPs.
• Contribute to positive patient experiences and assist with pharmacy operations.
• Understand and comply with applicable laws and CVS policies.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem Resolution

Mathematical Reasoning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

Job Purpose And Summary: In Retail locations, Pharmacy Technicians play a critical role in supporting the pharmacy teams to deliver on the brand promise. Technicians assist the pharmacy team to ensure that operations run smoothly, prescriptions are filled promptly, safely and accurately, and we provide caring service that exceeds patient expectations. Technicians operate as part of the pharmacy team through SOPs, best practices, and effective communication.

Once in role, Technicians are required to complete a rigorous company training program and satisfy all registration, licensing, and certification requirements according to their State’s Board of Pharmacy guidelines. Duties may be restricted until all requirements are met by the Pharmacy Manager.

Responsibilities include contributing to safe and effective pharmacy operations and delivering high-quality patient experiences.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company SOPs at each workstation to help Pharmacists manage and improve patient health.
• Follow pharmacy workflow procedures at each workstation (production, pick-up, drive-thru, drop-off) for safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
• Contribute to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone; offer immunizations and other services; and solve or escalate patient problems as needed.
• Complete basic inventory activities as directed by leadership (e.g., put away deliveries, cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, waiting bins).
• Contribute to a high-performing team, embrace a growth mindset, and seek opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge to better assist patients.
• Remain flexible for scheduling and business needs; travel to stores in the market to work shifts as needed.
• Understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards and CVS policies to ensure patient safety and privacy.
• Deliver additional patient health care services (e.g., immunizations, point-of-care testing) where allowable by law and with required training and certification.

Where permissible, the Pharmacy Technician may also support immunizations, which includes the following responsibilities:

• Complete licensure and training to obtain Technician Immunizer status to prepare and administer vaccines where required by state regulations.
• Educate patients about vaccines and refer questions to the Pharmacist-on-duty.
• Monitor for adverse reactions and report events per public health requirements.
• Review and collect patient information; track and document for each applicable patient.
• Monitor and manage vaccine supplies.

Required Qualifications

• Must comply with state board requirements or laws governing practice, including age, education, and licensure/certification.
• If not addressed by the state board, minimum age may be 16; minimum education may be a high school diploma or equivalent, or active enrollment in a high school program.
• State-level licensure and national certification requirements vary by state.

Essential Functions

• Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to complete required training within the designated timeframe.
• Attention and Focus: concentrate on tasks, pivot between tasks, and confirm prescription information and labeling for patient safety.
• Customer Service and Team Orientation: proactively help people and respond to patient reactions appropriately.
• Communication Skills: use verbal and written communication with patients and colleagues; practice active listening.
• Mathematical Reasoning: use math to determine totals, day’s supply, and bottle quantities.
• Problem Resolution: identify challenging interactions and choose appropriate actions.
• Physical Demands: mobility, lifting, reaching, repetitive finger work, fine motor control, vision for small parts, and ability to lift up to 20 lbs as needed.
• Express or exchange ideas clearly and receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Any additional tasks as directed by Supervisor or Manager.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting.
• Ability to work in the home store and across the market to meet business needs.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

20

Time Type

Part time

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $16.00 - $24.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Benefits

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions addressing diverse needs, including paid time off, flexible schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, employee assistance, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and more depending on eligibility.

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits

Application window is open until 11/15/2025. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with all laws.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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