Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health

. Support pharmacy operations and service excellence within the store .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeEatontown • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmacy operations, patient service, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Capable of performing immunizations, managing inventory, and providing empathetic care while adhering to professional standards.

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Pharmacy Operations SupportPatient Service ExcellenceImmunization AdministrationInventory ManagementRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Prescription FillingMedication DeliveryMathematical ReasoningPatient EducationAdverse Reaction Monitoring

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceActive ListeningProblem-ResolutionVerbal CommunicationTeam Orientation

Certifications & Qualifications

Immunizer LicensingNational Certification

Industry Keywords

SOPsPharmacy Workflow ProceduresCVS PoliciesState Board of Pharmacy RequirementsProfessional Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support pharmacy operations and service excellence within the store
Serve as a first point of contact for patients and customers
Follow SOPs and pharmacy workflow procedures across production, pickup, drive-thru, and drop-off workstations
Ensure prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately
Provide empathetic, personalized patient service and resolve or escalate patient problems
Offer immunizations and other patient health care services where legally permitted and properly trained
Complete inventory activities including medication deliveries, cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, and waiting-bin inventories
Expand clinical and technical knowledge and respond to feedback
Work flexibly across the home store and other market stores as business needs require
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, ethical principles, and CVS policies
Complete additional immunizer licensing and training where permitted
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 additional tasks as directed by the Supervisor or Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must comply with 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-level licensure and national 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 pivot quickly between tasks
Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy
Customer service, team orientation, verbal and written communication, and active listening skills
Mathematical reasoning for prescription quantities and supplies
Problem-resolution skills
Ability to remain mobile and upright for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally and up to 10 lbs frequently
Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements, reach, stoop, and maintain close visual acuity
Ability to receive and convey detailed oral instructions

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