Inventory Cycle Counter I - 3rd Shift

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Position Summary:

At CVS Health, we are focused on transforming health care for our customers and making our company a great place to work. We help people navigate the health care system - and their personal health care - by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. Within our Retail locations, we bring this promise to life with heart every day and our Inventory Specialists play a critical role in supporting our pharmacy teams to consistently deliver on our brand promise and offers a developmental opportunity for pharmacy team members hoping to grow their career.

As an Inventory Specialist, you will be an example for and support the pharmacy team in delivering operational and service excellence within your store. Inventory Specialists assist in ensuring that pharmacy operations run smoothly; patients' prescriptions are filled promptly, safely, and accurately; and that the team is providing caring service that exceeds patient expectations, both as a contributor and as a participant-leader. More specifically, Inventory Specialists build upon the skills and responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician, coordinating and monitoring inventory management activities, while leading with example and coaching the team to execute against best practices. Inventory Specialists operate as part of the pharmacy team through consistent application of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and effective communication. Throughout their shifts and in all customer and colleague interactions, they demonstrate genuine care and contribute to a safe and inclusive culture where all people feel valued and empowered.

An Inventory Specialist is responsible for contributing to safe and effective operations of the pharmacy, including but not limited to:

Living our purpose by following all company SOPs at each workstation to help our Pharmacists manage and improve patient health

Following pharmacy workflow procedures at each pharmacy workstation (i.e., production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off) for safe and accurate prescription fulfillment

Establishing ownership of inventory management activities and ensuring the pharmacy team maintains the highest level of inventory standards; Enables a consistent approach to inventory management and critical functions to maintain target inventory levels and mitigate inventory loss

Monitoring outcomes of inventory reporting and provides clear communication around the completion of inventory activities, as permitted by law, and as directed by the pharmacy leadership team

Overseeing pharmacy ordering and coaching the pharmacy team to the highest standards of day-to-day inventory management practices, including accurately putting away medication deliveries, preparing for and participating in annual physical inventories, and completing cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, fridge organization, waiting bin inventories, etc.

Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy an genuine care Heart: creating heartfelt and personalized moments while serving patients at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone; keeping patients healthy by offering immunizations and other services at the register and over the phone; and demonstrating compassionate care by solving or escalating patient problems

Contributing to a high-performing team, embracing a growth mindset, and being receptive to feedback; maintaining workflow and inventory management goals; seeking opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge needed to better assist patients

Remaining flexible for both scheduling and business needs, while contributing to a safe, inclusive, and engaging team dynamic; voluntarily traveling to stores in the market to work shifts as needed by the business

Understanding and complying with all relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles. Complying with CVS policies and procedures to ensure patient safety, compliance with controlled substance dispensing and recordkeeping, and to protect patient privacy and security

Delivering additional patient health care services (e.g., immunizations, point-of-care testing, and voluntarily staffing offsite clinics), where allowable by law and supported by required training and certification

Where permissible, the Inventory Specialist may also support immunizations, which includes the following responsibilities:

Completing additional licensure and training requirements, in compliance with state Board of Pharmacy regulations, to obtain Technician Immunizer status to support preparing and administering vaccines

Educating patients about the importance of vaccines and refers patients to the Pharmacist-on-duty for vaccination questions

Monitoring for, and responding to, adverse reactions; reporting adverse reaction events per public health requirementsReviewing and collecting patient information; tracking and documenting for each applicable patient

Required Qualifications:

6+ months experience as a Pharmacy Technician

Must comply with any state board of pharmacy requirements or laws governing the practice of pharmacy, which includes but is not limited to, age, education, and licensure/certification

If the state board of pharmacy does not address or mandate a minimum age requirement, must be at least 16 years of age

If the state board of pharmacy does not address or mandate a minimum educational requirement, must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be actively enrolled in high school or high school equivalency program

State-level licensure and national certification requirements vary by state, click here to learn more.

Essential Functions:

Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends

Ability to complete required training within designated timeframe

Attention and Focus

Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time

Ability to pivot quickly from one task to another to meet patient and business needs

Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy, ensuring patient safety

Customer Service and Team Orientation

Actively look for ways to help people, and do so 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 by giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Mathematical Reasoning

Ability to use math to solve a problem, such as determining the total number of tablets to dispense, day's supply, and/or number of full bottles and additional bottles needed to fill a prescription

Problem Resolution

Identifying challenging patient or colleague interactions and choosing the best course of action when faced 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; picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm

Extend hand(s) and arm(s) 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 to move items between low and high positions, including bending spine at the waist

Close visual acuity to perform activities such as: transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts

Occasionally lift of up to 20 lbs. and/or exert up to 20 lbs. of force; Frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and/or exert 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:

National Certification

1-3 years previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician

Previous experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting

Ability to work in the home store, and across the market in other locations, to meet business needs

Ability to work 30 hours or greater per week

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$17.15 - $27.15

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.

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 and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/24/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

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