Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health

. Support the pharmacy team in delivering operational and service excellence .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUpper Arlington • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in pharmacy operations, patient service, and compliance with regulations while effectively managing inventory and providing immunization services. Capable of delivering empathetic care and solving patient issues in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Pharmacy OperationsPatient ServiceInventory ManagementImmunization AdministrationRegulatory Compliance

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Prescription VerificationMedication DeliveryCycle CountsPoint-Of-Care TestingMath Skills for QuantitiesPatient EducationAdverse Reaction MonitoringLabel AccuracyPhysical Demands ManagementTechnician Immunizer Status

Soft Skills

EmpathyProblem SolvingCommunicationTeam CollaborationCustomer Service

Certifications & Qualifications

Technician Immunizer Status

Industry Keywords

Pharmacy TechnicianSOPsCVS PoliciesState Board of Pharmacy ComplianceHealthcare RegulationsRetail PharmacyPatient CareMedication SafetyClinical KnowledgeCustomer Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the pharmacy team in delivering operational and service excellence
Serve as an initial point of contact for patients and customers
Ensure pharmacy operations run smoothly and prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately
Follow company SOPs and pharmacy workflow procedures across production, pickup, drive-thru, and drop-off workstations
Provide empathetic, personalized patient service and solve or escalate patient problems
Offer immunizations and other services at the register and over the phone where permitted
Complete inventory activities including medication deliveries, cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, and waiting-bin inventories
Expand clinical and technical knowledge to better assist patients
Work shifts at other stores in the market as needed
Comply with laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, and CVS policies
Deliver additional services such as immunizations, point-of-care testing, and offsite clinics where permitted and trained
Obtain Technician Immunizer status where applicable
Educate patients about vaccines and refer vaccination questions to the pharmacist
Monitor and respond to adverse reactions and report events
Review and document patient information
Monitor and manage vaccine supplies
Perform any 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 age, education, and licensure/certification
If no state minimum age is mandated, must be at least 16 years old
If no state minimum educational requirement is mandated, must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be actively enrolled in high school or a high school equivalency program
Must complete required training within the designated timeframe
Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy
Ability to use math to determine tablet quantities, days’ supply, and bottle requirements
Ability to complete physical demands including standing, lifting, reaching, repetitive finger movements, stooping, and close visual work
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally and up to 10 lbs frequently
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 the market in other 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, based on eligibility