Pharmacy Distribution Tech II

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.

• Coordinate shipment time and schedules with pharmacy, nursing and other internal departments

• This position is physically demanding requiring an individual to lift to 30-50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand, walk and lift for continuously throughout the shift.

• Accurately put away medication orders in assigned placement area to ensure accuracy in tracking inventory and filling patient orders. 
• Ensure accurate documentation performing data entry for the purpose of inventory management and equipment accountability. 

Required: Minimum of high school education or equivalent required.

Pharmacy Tech or Tech Trainee Certification, registration or licensure must be obtained in accordance with state or federal requirements

Required:

• One year work experience as a pharmacy technician in a pharmacy, distribution, warehouse or related work environment
• Current Pharmacy technician certification, registration or licensure must be obtained in accordance with state or federal requirements
• One year working knowledge with computers, including knowledge of basic Microsoft systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams).
• One year experience meeting or exceeding the expectation of a Pharmacy Distribution Technician I.

Preferred:

Certification for forklift operation if applicable for equipment.

Warehouse certification if required by State Board of Pharmacy.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal, communicate required to effectively and respectfully communicate with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to resolve complex issues
• Ability to mentor others and convey information in a clear and concise manner
• Basic math skills necessary to weigh, measure, calculate dosages and convert units of measure.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skill necessary to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional maturity necessary to work within a team environment.
• Ability to make decisions and resolve issues.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and stand on feet all day.
• Must be able to embrace change positively.
• Ability and willingness to cross-train in multiple areas (e.g. filling, inventory, Rx entry, etc.).
• Must be able to respond to inquiries from other departments, locations, or other internal customers.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and instruction.
• Basic typing skills.
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record if making deliveries in personal or company vehicle.

• Warehouse may be licensed in some states by the State Board of Pharmacy and therefore have security/pharmacy restrictions, including requiring pharmacy technician licensure to handle prescription medications.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials through the packing and shipping processes, which will require following proper protocols including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The typical pay range for this role is:

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. 
 

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