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CVS Health Store Associate Rx in Watsonville, California
At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.
As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
Position Summary
Work as part of the Pharmacy and Front Store Team to ensure that each customer has a positive shopping experience at CVS and to ensure customer satisfaction by serving each customer according to our company Values. Please note in select markets the collective bargaining agreement rules regarding the Pharmacy Technician would apply.
Based on the role and location, this position may require you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if required), where allowable under the law, unless you are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated. Proof of vaccination will be required on your first day of employment or within the first few months in the position, depending on the role and location. If you are considered for a role, more information will be provided during the hiring process.
Required Qualifications
Must be at least 16 years of age Licensure requirements vary by state Must have the ability to perform the following tasks: Customer Service
Greet each customer in a courteous and professional manner
Assist all pharmacy and front store customers with their questions and concerns
Request additional help when needed to maximize customer satisfaction
Maintain customer/patient confidentiality according to HIPAA and company standards
Answer telephone with appropriate greeting Operations
Comply with all federal and state laws, rules and regulations
Comply with CVS policy and procedures at all times
Adhere to CVS workflow and ensure quality assurance standards are maintained at all times
Maintain prescription prioritization throughout prescription processing
Process prescriptions
Including translation of SIG codes, product selection, counting and measuring drugs, capping and uncapping vials and bottles
labeling of prescriptions
Resolve Third Party rejections and complete any manual claim forms
Perform all register transactions, in adherence of CVS policy and procedures
This includes cash, check and charge transactions
Bag merchandise upon completion of sale
Perform all prescription pick-up procedures, in adherence of CVS policy and procedures; Complete Prescription Pick-Up Log, validate customer address, Make the Offer to Counsel and direct customer to Pharmacist or Intern (if applicable)
Communicate with all healthcare professionals when permissible and according to state law
Retrieve and file prescriptions appropriately according to State and Federal Law
Participate in all required store operational meetings
Maintain a clean, organized and professional pharmacy department, according to CVS standards
Access, input and retrieve information to/from the computer
Stand for extended periods of time
Assist front store operations when needed Inventory Management
Maintain in-stock by ensuring all inventory management policies and procedures are followed
Utilize appropriate report(s) to maintain replenishment
Pull outdated, damaged and recalled merchandise and prepare for return
Assist with putting away drug orders (except CIIs) as permitted by law
Preferred Qualifications Required Qualifications continued: Front Store Activities
Operate a cash register including cash transactions, checks, charges
Follow company policies and procedures regarding cash register performance
Request additional help when needed to increase customer satisfaction
Greet each customer using the eye’s, hi’s and help at all times and assist customers with their questions, problems and complaints
Price merchandise utilizing price guns
Store cleanliness: break area and rest rooms; vacuum; dust/face; clean windows; rubbish removal; exterior maintenance; sweeping
Stock shelves
Complete price changes: document counts, utilize price guns
Answer the telephone using the appropriate greeting
Process photofinishing orders
Maintain check-out area: fill register supplies, bags; wipe counter tops;
Issue rainchecks when requested
React to potential shoplifters following company guidelines
Maintain customer/patient confidentiality
Maintain card department: order, stock, inventory, signing
Maintain cosmetic department/units: clean, stock, set displays, sign, prepare returns (UPP system)
Reset departments/end caps following POGs
Display and sign weekly, promotional and seasonal merchandise
Prepare damages: document counts and item numbers, seal trays
In-store signing, including: shelves, displays, dump baskets, windows, ceiling
Assist Pharmacy personnel when needed
Complete minor in-store repairs i.e., carriage poles, change light bulbs
Work out reserve stock
Assist customers with large purchases (taking out to vehicle)
Unload and load trays/cases - 35 pound maximum to a height of 4 feet
Move trays/cases from one location to another Human Resources
Support scheduling activities according to the needs of the business and workflow model
Complete all required training programs
Communicate with field management and corporate any required reporting
Education High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Part time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$16.50 - $22.00
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.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan .
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 06/15/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.