Specialty Pharmacy Technician - No Nights/Weekends

CVS Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health in San Francisco is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to perform backend store fulfillment, fill prescription orders, and support front-end operations. Qualified candidates hold a CA pharmacy technician license, have at least six months of pharmacy or computer experience, and can lift up to 40 pounds while standing all day.

This entry-level role offers development into the Tech II path and opportunities to contribute to patient care and dispensing accuracy.

Qualifications

• Valid CA-issued pharmacy technician license in good standing.
• Six months of computer experience.
• Six months as a pharmacy technician or in a pharmacy environment, or completion of a pharmacy technician-training program.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and stand on feet all day.

Responsibilities

• Fill prescription orders accurately and efficiently.
• Count medications using manual process and Kirby counters.
• Prepare orders for shipping, selecting the most cost‑effective delivery methods while meeting patient needs.
• Accurately put away medication orders in assigned placement areas to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assist with front‑end pharmacy operations, including customer service, cash register operation, and data entry.
• Operate cash register, accept payment, and distribute medication orders to patients.
• Contact patients with refill reminder calls to ensure compliance.
• Perform ancillary duties to support front‑end pharmacy operations and provide customer service to walk‑in customers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent customer service

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of a Pharmacy Technician I is to accurately and efficiently perform backend store fulfillment functions, including filling and shipping prescription medications and inventory put away. Pharmacy Tech I's also assist with front store functions such as customer service, cash register operation, and data entry as needed. Tech I includes personnel new to Specialty Retail who may be learning functions related to the Tech II role.

Responsibilities

• Fill prescription orders accurately and efficiently.
• Count medications using manual process and Kirby counters.
• Prepare orders for shipping, selecting the most cost‑effective delivery methods while meeting patient needs.
• Accurately put away medication orders in assigned placement areas to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assist with front‑end pharmacy operations, including customer service, cash register operation, and data entry.
• Operate cash register, accept payment, and distribute medication orders to patients.
• Contact patients with refill reminder calls to ensure compliance.
• Perform ancillary duties to support front‑end pharmacy operations and provide customer service to walk‑in customers.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CA‑issued pharmacy technician license in good standing.
• Six months of computer experience.
• Six months as a pharmacy technician or in a pharmacy environment, or completion of a pharmacy technician‑training program.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and stand on feet all day.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic pharmacology knowledge, including weighing, measuring, calculating dosages and converting units of measure.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make decisions and resolve issues.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$17.00 - $34.15 per hour. This 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. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short‑term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. We are offering a $1,500 signing bonus to new CVS team members.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs and other resources based on eligibility. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.