Pharmacy Technician - Specialty Retail Job at CVS Health (New York)

Pharmacy Technician - Specialty Retail

CVS Health

Location:
United States , New York

Category:
Pharmacy

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

17.00 - 34.15 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

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. The primary responsibility of a Pharmacy Technician I is to accurately, and efficiently perform backend store fulfillment functions which includes filling and shipping prescription medications, and inventory put away. Pharmacy Tech I’s will also assist with front store functions including customer service, cash register operation, and data entry when needed.

Job Responsibility:

Fill prescription orders accurately and efficiently
Fill medication orders accurately and efficiently in accordance to the prescription requirements
Accurate counting of medications utilizing a manual process as well as Kirby counters
Prepare orders for shipping by selecting the most cost effective methods for delivery while meeting the needs of the patient
Accurately put away medication orders in assigned placement area to ensure accuracy in tracking inventory and filling patient orders
Tech I also applies to Technicians in training who are new to Specialty retail. These techs may be learning functions related to the Tech II role including entry of prescription orders, verification of benefits, prior authorizations and other tech II functions
Provide customer service to walk in customers
Operate the cash register, accept payment and accurately distribute the medication order to the patient
Contact patients by making refill reminder calls to ensure compliance
Assist with prescription data entry when needed

Requirements:

6 months computer experience
6 months as a pharmacy technician or in a pharmacy environment, or completion of a pharmacy technician-training program
Basic pharmacology knowledge, which includes the ability to weigh, measure, calculate dosages and convert units of measure
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and stand on feet all day
High School Diploma or General Equivalent

Nice to have:

Attention to detail
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to make decisions and resolve issues

What we offer:

Affordable medical plan options
401(k) plan (including matching company contributions)
Employee stock purchase plan
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching
Paid time off
Flexible work schedules
Family leave
Dependent care resources
Colleague assistance programs
Tuition assistance
Retiree medical access

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Expiration:
February 28, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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