Pharmacy Distribution Tech I

Job Description

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently prepare orders, pack and ship patient medications and supplies in accordance with Coram CVS Specialty Policies and Procedures.
• Stock all necessary packing and shipping materials to ensure orders can be accurately packed and shipped.
• Prepare orders for shipping by selecting the most cost-effective methods for delivery while meeting the needs of the patient and temperature/packing requirements for medication quality and sustainability in accordance to Coram/CVS policies, procedures and standards.
• Absorb and assist in maintaining a safe, well organized, and clean work environment.
• Cookbook and perform data entry of patient shipment activities in the company’s operating systems for patient care, inventory management, or equipment management.
• Cookbook shipment time and schedules with pharmacy, nursing and other internal departments.
• Absorb and assist in inventory management, receiving and restocking of inventory in an organized fashion, and processing any returned equipment.
• Absorb and ensure accurate documentation performing data entry for the purpose of inventory management and equipment accountability.

  About the role

  This position supports the warehouse operations up to and including the packing, and shipping of patient medications and supplies, performing the necessary data entry in the pharmacy’s operating system, working collaboratively with the pharmacy staff, performing inventory management and product receiving tasks, handling and tracking equipment, and the overall maintenance and cleanliness of the warehouse work space.

  Qualifications

  Education 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 Prior Relevant Work Experience:

  • Six months work experience in a pharmacy, distribution or warehouse work environment.
  • Current Pharmacy technician certification, registration or licensure in accordance with the state or federal requirements.
  • Certification for forklift operation if applicable for equipment.
  • Warehouse certification if required by State Board of Pharmacy.

  Preferred:

  • Six months working knowledge with computers, including knowledge of basic Microsoft systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams).
  • Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
  • Ability to verbally and in writing, communicate effectively and respectfully with both internal and external customers.
  • 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.
  • Ability and willingness to cross-train in multiple areas (e.g. filling, inventory, Rx entry, etc.).
  • Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and instruction.
  • Basic typing skills.

  Skills

  Ability to lift a minimum of 30-50 lbs.

  Must be able to stand, walk and lift for continuously throughout the shift.

  Physical Requirements

  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).

  Work Environment

  The warehouse may be physically demanding requiring an individual to lift to 30-50 lbs.

  Must be able to stand, walk and lift for continuously throughout the shift.

  Pay Range

  The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $17.00 - $31.30 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.

  Additional Details

  We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 08/13/2026

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