Pharmacist

Company Description

CVS Health Corporation is a diversified American healthcare company that includes CVS Pharmacy, a nationwide retail pharmacy chain; CVS Caremark, a leading pharmacy benefits manager; and Aetna, a major health insurance provider. Together, these businesses offer integrated health services aimed at improving access, affordability, and health outcomes for individuals and communities. CVS Health focuses on patient-centered care through in-store services, digital tools, and coordinated benefits solutions. The company emphasizes ethical practices, innovation, and collaboration among healthcare professionals. Team members are supported with resources and technology to deliver high-quality, personalized care.

Role Description

The Pharmacist role at CVS Health Inc. in Lansing, MI is a full-time, on-site position responsible for providing safe, accurate, and patient-focused pharmacy services. Day-to-day responsibilities include dispensing medications, verifying prescriptions, counseling patients on proper medication use, potential side effects, and drug interactions, and answering clinical questions from patients and healthcare providers. The Pharmacist will oversee pharmacy operations, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, maintain accurate records, and support inventory management and controlled substance handling. The role also includes collaborating with pharmacy technicians, supporting immunization services and clinical programs, and contributing to quality assurance and patient safety initiatives. This position requires consistent professional communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, inclusive care.

Qualifications

• Active Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent degree and current, unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of Michigan (or eligibility to obtain).
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge in pharmacotherapy, drug interactions, dosing, and patient counseling, with a strong focus on medication safety and adherence.
• Experience with pharmacy operations, including prescription verification, dispensing workflows, inventory management, and regulatory compliance (state, federal, and controlled substance regulations).
• Proficiency using pharmacy management systems, electronic health records, and related digital tools to document interventions and manage patient profiles.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse team and engage respectfully with patients from varied backgrounds.
• Ability to work flexible schedules as needed, stand for extended periods, and perform essential on-site duties in a fast-paced retail healthcare environment.
• Prior retail or community pharmacy experience, immunization certification, and familiarity with pharmacy benefit management and insurance processes are beneficial.
• Commitment to ethical practice, continuous learning, and participation in ongoing professional development or continuing education.