Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health

. Follow company SOPs at each workstation to support pharmacists in managing and improving patient health .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeHurst • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $25 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in pharmacy workflow procedures, patient service, and compliance with state pharmacy laws and regulations. Capable of performing inventory management and providing immunization services while maintaining a high standard of patient care.

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Pharmacy Workflow ProceduresPatient ServiceInventory ManagementImmunization AdministrationState Pharmacy Compliance

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Hard Skills

Prescription FillingMathematical ReasoningMedication Inventory ActivitiesPatient Information DocumentationVaccine Supply Management

Soft Skills

Empathetic CommunicationProblem ResolutionActive ListeningTeam OrientationFlexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

Pharmacy Technician CertificationState Registration

Industry Keywords

Pharmacy PracticePatient Health ManagementImmunizationsPoint-of-Care TestingCustomer Service

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Follow company SOPs at each workstation to support pharmacists in managing and improving patient health
Follow pharmacy workflow procedures across production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off
Fill prescriptions promptly, safely, and accurately
Provide empathetic and personalized patient service in person, at drive-thru, and over the phone
Offer immunizations and other services at the register and over the phone, where permitted
Solve or escalate patient problems
Complete inventory activities such as putting away medication deliveries, cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, and waiting-bin inventories
Expand clinical and technical knowledge and respond to feedback
Remain flexible for scheduling and business needs, including voluntarily traveling to market stores for shifts
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, and CVS policies
Deliver additional services such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and offsite clinics where legally permitted and properly trained
Where permissible, support immunization preparation and administration after completing required licensure and training
Educate patients about vaccines and refer vaccination questions to the pharmacist
Monitor and respond to adverse reactions and report events
Review and collect patient information and document applicable patients
Monitor and manage vaccine supplies
Perform additional tasks directed by a supervisor or manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must comply with applicable state board of pharmacy requirements or laws governing pharmacy practice, including age, education, and licensure/certification requirements
If no state-mandated minimum age applies, must be at least 16 years old
If no state-mandated minimum educational requirement applies, must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be actively enrolled in high school or a high school equivalency program
Must satisfy applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements
Ability to complete required training within the designated timeframe
Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
Ability to concentrate on tasks and quickly pivot between tasks
Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy
Customer service and team orientation
Verbal and written communication skills and active listening
Mathematical reasoning for prescription quantities and day supply
Problem resolution skills
Ability to remain mobile and upright for extended periods
Ability to lift, scan, and bag items; reach overhead; stoop; and perform repetitive finger movements
Close visual acuity for transcription, computer terminals, and small parts
Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs; frequently lift up to 10 lbs
Ability to accurately convey and receive detailed oral instructions
Preferred: 1–3 years previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician
Preferred: Previous experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
Ability to work in the home store and across other market locations as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Wellness programs
Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time colleagues