Pharmacy Technician - Dispensing - 1st Shift

Pharmacy Technician

We're building a world of health around every individual shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

As a pharmacy technician, you will be responsible for many aspects of the mail order prescription process. You may be assigned to work in all areas of the dispensing pharmacy including product selection, packing and shipping. Tech L1, Dispensing team members are expected to perform any of the following functions: manual filling and packing, fill medications for automated machines, quality sampling of medications from automated machine, packing orders using automated packing machinery. As a Tech L1 you may be asked to support the shipping handler functions such as manually metering packages and placement of packages to be sorted for shipment.

As a Pharmacy Technician, you must possess basic computer proficiency and be able to lift up to 40 pounds. This position requires standing throughout the entire shift. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for effective interaction across all levels of staff. Success in this role also depends on demonstrating a high degree of reliability, professionalism, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative team-oriented mindset.

We're looking for applicants to be available for the shift listed below:

Monday, Wednesday - Friday 6:15a-2:45p, Saturday 7:30a-4p, and OFF Tuesday & Sunday

Required Qualifications

• Obtain an Illinois Pharmacy Technician License
• Must complete IL Certification Requirements within 2 years from the date your license was issued, which includes: 1) Passing the CPhT exam and 2) Backend Technician Training Program
• Responsibility of maintaining licensure and compliance training
• Flexibility to perform duties across multiple functional areas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to: - Read and comprehend English - Perform basic math (including dosage and days' supply calculations)
• Physical ability to: - Stand for extended periods - Reach, twist, bend, stoop, walk, and lift up to 40 lbs
• Details focused and task orientated.
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Colleague will be required to work mandatory overtime/extended work week when needed
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to new processes, technologies, and workflow changes

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal Pharmacy Technician training or Pharmacy Tech experience
• Experience working in a Mail Order Pharmacy
• Certified Pharmacy Technician prior to 2024

Education

Verifiable high school diploma or GED required

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$17.00 - $31.30

This pay 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.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include 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.