Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 23,763 - 37,195

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical plan options

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading retail pharmacy is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician 2 in Sacramento, CA. This role supports the pharmacy team in fulfilling prescriptions accurately while providing excellent customer service. Responsibilities include following workflow procedures and maintaining health compliance standards. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and demonstrate strong communication and customer service skills. Competitive pay offered between $17.25 and $27.00 per hour, along with numerous benefits.

Qualifications

Must comply with state board of pharmacy requirements including age and licensure.
Previous pharmacy or customer service experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Assist in the operational excellence within CVS Health Retail locations.
Follow all company SOPs to help manage patient health and ensure safety.
Contribute to positive patient experiences by showcasing empathy.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Mathematical reasoning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Base pay range: $17.25/hr - $27.00/hr. CVS Health description retrieved from the job post.

Position

Pharmacy Technician 2 - Health Solutions Pharmacy Dispensing (Part-time). This role supports the pharmacy team in delivering operational and service excellence within CVS Health Retail locations. Technicians are often the first point of contact to assist patients and customers, ensuring prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately, while delivering caring service that exceeds patient expectations. Technicians operate as part of the pharmacy team through SOPs, best practices, and effective communication. They contribute to a safe and inclusive culture where all people feel valued and empowered.

Key responsibilities

Living our purpose by following all company SOPs at each workstation to help Pharmacists manage and improve patient health.
Following pharmacy workflow procedures at each workstation (production, pick-up, drive-thru, drop-off) for safe and accurate prescription fulfillment.
Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone; offering immunizations and other services; solving or escalating patient problems.
Completing basic inventory activities as directed, including putting away deliveries and cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, waiting bin inventories, etc.
Contributing to a high-performing team, embracing feedback, and expanding clinical and technical knowledge to better assist patients.
Maintaining scheduling flexibility and supporting a safe, inclusive, and engaging team dynamic; traveling to stores in the market as needed by the business (where permissible).
Understanding and complying with all relevant laws, regulations, standards, and CVS policies to ensure patient safety, controlled substance compliance, and privacy.
Delivering additional patient health care services (e.g., immunizations, point-of-care testing) where allowed by law and supported by training and certification.

Where permissible, the Pharmacy Technician may also support immunizations, including immunizer status with licensure and training, educating patients about vaccines, monitoring for adverse reactions, and managing vaccine supplies.

Required Qualifications

Must comply with state board of pharmacy requirements or laws governing practice, including age, education, and licensure/certification.
If no minimum age is specified by the state board, must be at least 16 years old; if no minimum education requirement is specified, must have a high school diploma or equivalent or be actively enrolled in high school or a high school equivalency 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 designated timeframe.
Attention and focus with the ability to concentrate on tasks and pivot between tasks as needed; ensure prescription information and labels are accurate.
Customer service and team orientation; actively help people and respond to patient reactions appropriately.
Communication skills; use verbal and written communication; active listening.
Mathematical reasoning; calculate days supply and quantities for prescriptions.
Problem resolution; identify challenging interactions and select appropriate actions.
Physical demands: mobility, lifting, reaching, repetitive finger work, visual acuity, and ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.
Clear verbal information exchange and reception of detailed information through oral communication.
Any additional tasks as directed by Supervisor or Manager.

Preferred Qualifications

1-3 years of Pharmacy Technician experience.
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

Time Type

Part time

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $17.25 - $27.00. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade. The actual base salary offer will depend on 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

Great Benefits For Great People: comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits, including affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase plan. No-cost programs for wellness, counseling, and financial coaching; dependent care resources and tuition assistance; flexible schedules and other benefits depending on eligibility.

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

Application window closes: 01/14/2026. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

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