Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health

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

Posted 10/26/2026part-timeNorthfield • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in pharmacy operations, including prescription accuracy, inventory management, and compliance with state regulations. Capable of delivering exceptional customer service and performing clinical tasks such as immunizations and patient education.

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Pharmacy OperationsPrescription AccuracyCustomer ServiceInventory ManagementTechnician Immunizer

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Hard Skills

Prescription Information ConfirmationMedication DeliveryMath for Tablet QuantitiesVaccination PreparationPoint-of-Care Testing

Soft Skills

EmpathyCommunicationProblem SolvingFlexibilityTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Pharmacy Technician CertificationTechnician Immunizer Certification

Industry Keywords

SOPsPharmacy Workflow ProceduresHealth Care ServicesState Board of Pharmacy ComplianceRetail Pharmacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the pharmacy team in delivering operational and service excellence
Assist patients and customers as a first point of contact and provide exceptional service
Ensure pharmacy operations run smoothly and prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately
Follow company SOPs and pharmacy workflow procedures across production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off workstations
Show empathy and genuine care while serving patients in person and over the phone
Solve or escalate patient problems
Complete inventory activities including 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 other market stores for shifts
Comply with laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, and CVS policies
Deliver additional health care services such as immunizations and point-of-care testing where permitted and trained
For Technician Immunizer duties: prepare and administer vaccines, educate patients, refer vaccination questions to the pharmacist, monitor adverse reactions, document patient information, and manage vaccine supplies
Perform any additional tasks directed by the Supervisor or Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must comply with applicable state board of pharmacy requirements and laws governing pharmacy practice, including age, education, and licensure/certification
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 complete required training within the designated timeframe
Must have 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 communicate verbally and in writing with patients and colleagues
Ability to complete physical duties including standing, lifting, scanning, bagging, reaching, repetitive finger movements, stooping, and close visual work
Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs; frequently lift up to 10 lbs
Preferred: 1–3 years of 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 at other locations as needed
Must satisfy applicable state registration, licensing, and certification requirements
Additional licensure and training required for Technician Immunizer status where applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Wellness resources
Employee discounts
Access to certain voluntary benefits
Other programs supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Company training program
Opportunities to work additional shifts at other stores in the market