Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $65.00 - $81.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
retirement savings options
wellness programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Job Description
CVS Health is a leading American healthcare company dedicated to helping people on their path to better health. Operating across a broad spectrum of health care services, CVS Health is committed to transforming health care by improving access, lowering costs, and fostering convenience and compassionate care. The company operates a diverse range of retail pharmacy locations nationwide, providing not just pharmacy services but also immunizations, health testing, and other clinical services. CVS Health is renowned for its innovative approach toward advancing health care and its commitment to making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals, families, and communities across the United States.
As a Staff Pharmacist at CVS Health, you will be a vital member of the pharmacy team within the retail environment, playing a crucial role in delivering outstanding patient care and supporting the operational aspects of the pharmacy. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $65.00 to $81.00 per hour and serves as a key leadership position that supports the Pharmacy Manager in directing the pharmacy team and ensuring high standards of pharmacy practice. As a Staff Pharmacist, you are expected not only to fulfill your duties with precision and professionalism but also to exemplify the company’s values by demonstrating genuine and authentic care for patients.
The responsibilities of the Staff Pharmacist include managing and improving patient health through the safe and appropriate dispensing of medications, counseling patients, and administering immunizations. You will serve as the Pharmacy Manager's proxy during certain shifts, overseeing the pharmacy’s day-to-day operations, guiding team members, and ensuring compliance with state regulations and company policies. You will foster a culture of excellence by coaching the pharmacy team, identifying performance improvement opportunities, and offering feedback. Patient safety is paramount in this role, and you will help ensure that prescriptions are fulfilled accurately while following safety protocols and maintaining pharmacy workflow. You will also contribute to positive patient experiences by showing empathy, resolving issues related to insurance or medication, and collaborating with other health care providers.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Staff Pharmacist has operational duties such as managing inventory, especially protecting temperature-sensitive medications, supporting compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations, and remaining flexible to accommodate various scheduling and business needs. The role requires a commitment to professional growth, including completing required training and continuing education to stay current with industry advancements. CVS Health fosters a supportive and inclusive team environment where every team member is valued and empowered to deliver holistic care and improve patient outcomes. This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of employees and their families.
As a Staff Pharmacist at CVS Health, you will be a vital member of the pharmacy team within the retail environment, playing a crucial role in delivering outstanding patient care and supporting the operational aspects of the pharmacy. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $65.00 to $81.00 per hour and serves as a key leadership position that supports the Pharmacy Manager in directing the pharmacy team and ensuring high standards of pharmacy practice. As a Staff Pharmacist, you are expected not only to fulfill your duties with precision and professionalism but also to exemplify the company’s values by demonstrating genuine and authentic care for patients.
The responsibilities of the Staff Pharmacist include managing and improving patient health through the safe and appropriate dispensing of medications, counseling patients, and administering immunizations. You will serve as the Pharmacy Manager's proxy during certain shifts, overseeing the pharmacy’s day-to-day operations, guiding team members, and ensuring compliance with state regulations and company policies. You will foster a culture of excellence by coaching the pharmacy team, identifying performance improvement opportunities, and offering feedback. Patient safety is paramount in this role, and you will help ensure that prescriptions are fulfilled accurately while following safety protocols and maintaining pharmacy workflow. You will also contribute to positive patient experiences by showing empathy, resolving issues related to insurance or medication, and collaborating with other health care providers.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Staff Pharmacist has operational duties such as managing inventory, especially protecting temperature-sensitive medications, supporting compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations, and remaining flexible to accommodate various scheduling and business needs. The role requires a commitment to professional growth, including completing required training and continuing education to stay current with industry advancements. CVS Health fosters a supportive and inclusive team environment where every team member is valued and empowered to deliver holistic care and improve patient outcomes. This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of employees and their families.
Job Requirements
- Regular and predictable attendance including nights and weekends
- Ability to complete required training within designated timeframe
- Ability to concentrate on tasks over periods of time
- Ability to pivot quickly between tasks
- Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy
- Actively look for ways to help people in a friendly manner
- Ability to notice and respond appropriately to patient reactions
- Use and understand verbal and written communication
- Utilize active listening skills
- Ability to use math to solve problems related to dispensing
- Identify and resolve challenging interactions
- Be mobile and remain upright for extended periods
- Lift, scan, and bag items
- Reach overhead and stretch or reach out with body
- Move fingers repetitively for picking and typing tasks
- Extend hands and arms in multiple directions
- Stoop and bend at the waist for physical tasks
- Maintain close visual acuity for tasks
- Occasionally lift or exert up to 20 lbs
- Express and receive detailed information through spoken and oral communication
- Complete any additional tasks directed by Supervisor or Manager
Job Qualifications
- Active pharmacist license in the state where the store is located
- Active National Provider Identifier (NPI)
- Not on the DEA Excluded Parties list
- 1-2 years of related work experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting preferred
- Ability to work in other locations across the market as business needs require
Job Duties
- Manage and improve patient health through safe and appropriate dispensing, counseling, and immunizing practices
- Oversee the pharmacy as a proxy for the Pharmacy Manager during bench shifts without overlap
- Assume Pharmacy Manager’s day-to-day duties when serving as the primary pharmacist on duty
- Support safe and accurate prescription fulfillment by directing pharmacy workflow and safety procedures
- Contribute to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and coaching the team to do the same
- Offer and deliver immunizations to keep patients healthy while engaging and supporting Pharmacy Technicians
- Manage pharmacy inventory with a focus on protecting cold chain products
- Partner with the Pharmacy Manager to ensure compliance with state Board of Pharmacy regulations
- Maintain clinical and technical skills through training and continuing education
- Support pharmacist-delivered clinical care services such as testing and prescribing where permissible
- Understand and comply with federal and state laws, regulations, professional standards, and company policies
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging team dynamic
- Complete additional tasks as directed by Supervisor or Manager
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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