Pharmacy Technician II - Specialty Retail

Posted:
3/4/2026, 10:32:06 PM

Location(s):
Rhode Island, United States ⋅ Johnston, Rhode Island, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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.

Position Summary
The primary responsibility of a Pharmacy Technician II is to accurately, and efficiently perform front store related tasks: prescription entry and customer service. This may also include backend store fulfillment functions which includes filling and shipping prescription medications, and inventory put away.

Operating hours:

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 7:00pm

Saturday: 9:45am - 5:00pm

Sunday: Closed

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsibilities % Time

  • Perform data entry of prescription orders including calculation of dosing, assignment of directions and accurate interpretation of prescription requirements.
  • Perform verification of benefits, and insurance funding by contacting insurance companies. Outreach to patients and healthcare professionals for resolution of issues.
  • Obtain Prior Authorizations and manage the PA process for the patient.
  • Research patient assistance when needed and complete the steps necessary to help the patients to receive funding.
  • Perform duties allowable by the state if CPhT Certified

85%

  • Perform Tech I functions when necessary to support the pharmacy operations.
  • Provide customer service to walk in customers.
  • Fill and ship prescription medication orders.
  • Assist with inventory put away if needed.
  • 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.

15%


Required Qualifications

  • 1+ years of computer experience.

  • 3+ months as a pharmacy technician or in a pharmacy environment, or completion of a pharmacy technician-training program

  • Excellent customer service skills.

  • Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and stand on feet all day.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Attention to detail.

  • Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to make decisions and resolve issues.


Education

  • High School Diploma or General Equivalent

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$17.00 - $34.15

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.  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 our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

  • Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.

  • No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.

  • Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/31/2026

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