Store Associate

Houston, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.00 - $19.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Affordable medical plan options

401(k) plan including matching company contributions

Employee stock purchase plan

Confidential counseling

Financial Coaching

Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedules

Family leave

dependent care resources

colleague assistance programs

Tuition Assistance

retiree medical access

Job Description

CVS Health is a leading healthcare company dedicated to building a world of health around every individual, shaping a more connected, convenient, and compassionate health experience. Known for its passionate colleagues who innovate with purpose and prioritize safety and quality, CVS Health continuously works to simplify healthcare for people, families, and communities nationwide. The company thrives on making a positive impact on millions of lives every day through its retail stores, pharmacy services, and health-focused initiatives. As part of a large, well-established organization, employees have the opportunity to grow their careers while contributing to a mission that improves health outcomes across diverse populations. CVS Health fosters an inclusive environment where every colleague feels valued and empowered to make a difference in their community.

The Retail Store Associate role at CVS Health plays a meaningful part within this compassionate family. This position offers an essential opportunity to excel in a friendly, fast-paced, and customer-centric retail setting. Retail Store Associates are crucial in delivering differentiated customer service by anticipating needs, offering compassionate assistance, and resolving service issues promptly. This role involves managing cashier duties accurately, maintaining the sales floor with restocking and inventory tasks, and supporting operational activities such as opening and closing the store. Associates also support various departments, including photo and beauty, ensuring they are fully stocked and operational. Furthermore, employees often assist pharmacy personnel as part of their career growth. The role welcomes individuals seeking part-time employment, typically averaging 20 hours weekly, with a competitive pay range of $15.00 to $19.00 per hour, depending on experience and other factors. Working as a Retail Store Associate at CVS Health is more than just a job – it is an opportunity to be part of a team making a tangible difference in the healthcare journey of millions of customers, one interaction at a time.

Job Requirements

At least 16 years of age
Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time
Lifting and exerting up to 35 lbs of force occasionally, up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force regularly to move objects to and from, including overhead lifting
Visual acuity - having close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts/details

Job Qualifications

Previous experience in a retail or customer service setting
High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Strong communication skills
Basic math skills for cashier duties
Customer-focused attitude
Willingness to learn and adapt
Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently

Job Duties

Providing differentiated customer service by anticipating customer needs, demonstrating compassion and care in all interactions, and actively identifying and resolving potential service issues
Focusing on the customer by giving a warm and friendly greeting, maintaining eye contact and offering help locating additional items, when needed
Accurately perform cashier duties - handling cash, checks and credit card transactions with precision while following company policies and procedures
Maintaining the sales floor by restocking shelves, checking in vendors, updating pricing information and completing inventory management tasks as directed by store manager
Supporting opening and closing store activities, when needed
Providing customer support to all departments, including photo and beauty, ensuring departments are fully stocked and operational while remaining current with all updated services and tools
Assisting pharmacy personnel when needed, including working regular shifts in the pharmacy as part of opportunities for growth and career development
Embracing and advocating for new CVS services and loyalty programs that support the purpose of helping people on their path to better health