Staff Pharmacist - FT

About the role

Staff Pharmacists at CVS Health play a critical role in delivering a compassionate, convenient health experience. They model the company’s values, support the Pharmacy Manager, and are accountable for the safe, accurate operation of the pharmacy while improving patient health through dispensing, counseling, immunizations, and clinical services.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve patient health through safe dispensing, counseling, and immunizing practices.
• Act as the Pharmacy Manager’s proxy during bench shifts, coaching team members, tracking performance metrics, and providing feedback.
• Assume the Pharmacy Manager’s day‑to‑day duties when serving as the primary pharmacist‑on‑duty.
• Ensure safe and accurate prescription fulfillment by following workflow procedures and safety guardrails.
• Deliver positive patient experiences by showing empathy, coaching the team in compassionate care, collaborating with the broader health‑care team, and resolving insurance or medication issues.
• Proactively offer and administer immunizations, and support Pharmacy Technicians in learning to immunize.
• Manage pharmacy inventory according to best practices, with special attention to protecting cold‑chain products.
• Partner with the Pharmacy Manager to maintain compliance with state Board of Pharmacy regulations and escalate issues as needed.
• Remain flexible for scheduling and business needs, contribute to an inclusive team dynamic, and assist in writing the pharmacy schedule when directed.
• Maintain and expand clinical and technical skills through required trainings, CMEs, and self‑directed learning.
• Support access to care and improve outcomes through pharmacist‑delivered clinical services such as COVID/Flu testing and hormonal contraception prescribing, empowering the team to provide holistic care.

Required Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist License in the state where the store is located.
• Active National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Not listed on the DEA Excluded Parties list.

Essential Functions

• Regular and predictable attendance, including weekends.
• Complete required training within designated timeframes.
• Maintain attention and focus: concentrate on tasks, pivot quickly between duties, and verify prescription information and label accuracy.
• Customer service orientation: actively help people in a friendly manner, recognize patient reactions, and respond appropriately.
• Communication skills: use verbal and written communication effectively, practice active listening, and convey detailed instructions accurately.
• Mathematical reasoning: calculate tablets, days’ supply, and bottle quantities.
• Issue resolution: identify challenging interactions and choose optimal courses of action.
• Physical demands: remain upright for extended periods, lift/scan/bag items, reach overhead, perform repetitive finger motions, extend arms in multiple directions, stoop, and maintain close visual acuity. Occasionally lift up to 20 lb., frequently lift up to 10 lb., and consistently perform negligible force tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer‑service setting.
• Willingness to work in other locations across the market as business needs require.

Pay

The typical base pay range for this role is $60.00 – $76.00 (hourly or annual, depending on the position). Compensation is influenced by experience, education, geography, and other factors. The position is also eligible for CVS Health bonus, commission, or short‑term incentive programs.

Schedule

Anticipated weekly hours: 35. This is a full‑time position.

Benefits

Full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; retirement savings options; wellness programs; and additional resources to support physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. Specific benefit details are provided during the application process.