District Support Pharmacist

Job Purpose and Summary 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. Within our Retail locations, our District Support Pharmacists (DSPs) play a critical role in cultivating a culture of excellence within each pharmacy worked by acting as a role model for all, demonstrating genuine care, and setting the bar for the pharmacy team. Responsibilities Living our purpose by helping to manage and improve patient health through safe and appropriate dispensing, counseling, and immunizing practices. Traveling the district to fill pharmacist shifts as scheduled by the District Performance Coordinator (DPC); overseeing the pharmacy and serving as the Pharmacy Manager’s proxy during bench shifts without overlap. Supporting safe and accurate prescription fulfillment by following—and directing the pharmacy team to follow—pharmacy workflow procedures and utilizing safety guardrails at every workstation. Assumes Pharmacy Manager’s day‑to‑day duties when serving as the only or primary pharmacist‑on‑duty. Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care, coaching the pharmacy team to do the same: demonstrating compassionate care, collaborating with the patient’s total healthcare team, and proactively resolving insurance and/or medication issues. Proactively offering and delivering immunizations to keep patients healthy; engaging and supporting Pharmacy Technicians to learn to immunize. Supporting the effective management of pharmacy inventory in all pharmacies worked by following—and guiding the pharmacy team to follow—all inventory best practices, with a special focus on protecting cold‑chain products. Remaining flexible for both scheduling and business needs while contributing to a safe, inclusive, and engaging team dynamic. Maintaining relevant clinical and technical skills for the job as the industry evolves (including company‑required trainings and CMEs); actively seeking opportunities to expand knowledge to better support patients. Supporting access to care and helping to improve patient outcomes through pharmacist‑delivered clinical care such as testing and prescribing services (e.g., COVID/Flu, Hormonal Contraception), empowering the pharmacy team to provide holistic care at every step in the patient care journey. Understanding and complying with all relevant federal and state laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles; complying with CVS Health policies and procedures to help support patient safety and with controlled substance dispensing and record‑keeping, protecting patient privacy and security, and maintaining a safe and inclusive workplace for colleagues. Required Qualifications Active Pharmacist License in the state where the Store is located. Active National Provider Identifier (NPI). Not on the DEA Excluded Parties list. Essential Functions Ability to travel within a reasonable radius to support market staffing as business needs require. Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends. Ability to complete required training within the designated timeframe. Attention and Focus: Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time, pivot quickly from one task to another, and confirm prescription information and label accuracy, ensuring patient safety. Customer Service and Team Orientation: Actively look for ways to help people in a friendly manner, notice and understand patients’ reactions, and respond appropriately. Communication Skills: Use and understand verbal and written communication to interact with patients and colleagues; utilize active listening, give full attention, ask questions, and avoid interrupting. Mathematical Reasoning: Ability to use math to solve problems, such as determining the total number of tablets to dispense, day’s supply, and/or number of full bottles and additional bottles needed. Problem Resolution: Identify challenging patient or colleague interactions and choose the best course of action when faced with multiple options. Physical Demands Be mobile and remain upright for extended periods of time. Lift, scan, and bag items. Reach overhead; stretch or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs to grasp items. Move fingers repetitively; pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers. Extend hand(s) and arm(s) in multiple directions to place, move, or lift items. Control precision; quickly adjust machines to exact positions. Stoop to a considerable degree, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Close visual acuity to perform activities such as transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts. Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs and/or exert up to 20 lbs of force; frequently lift up to 10 lbs and/or exert up to 10 lbs of force; consistently lift and/or exert a negligible amount of force to move objects. Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed accurately. Have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication. Any additional tasks as directed by Supervisor or Manager. Preferred Qualifications 1-2 years of related work experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting. Compensation Typical pay range: $60.00 – $76.00 per hour. Eligible for a bonus, commission, or short‑term incentive program in addition to base pay. Benefits This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources based on eligibility. EEO Statement CVS Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value and are committed to the full spectrum of diversity in the workplace, including gender, race, ethnicity, disability, and protected Veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience, as well as military spouses, to apply for job opportunities. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the EEO is the Law. 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