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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Pharmacy Technician
Department: Pharmacy
Work Site: Climate controlled warehouse with concrete floor
Job Code: Medium
I. Job Summary
Assists Pharmacist to fill, dispense prescriptions for customers. Assists customers at counter, retrieves prescriptions, rings up customers. Orders and stocks drugs, supplies, and over-the-counter merchandise.
Updates patient records and inventory, processes invoices, and makes accounting entries using computerized system.
II. Identification of Job Functions
Essential Functions and Tasks:
Assists customers at counter and retrieves filled prescriptions. Rings up orders. Receives payment,
1) makes change, processes checks, credit and debit charges. Provides prompt and courteous customer service. Answers phones, directs customers to product location. Preserves customer confidentiality.
5%
Assists Pharmacist in updating patient profile and entering prescription information into the pharmacy
2) computer to extent allowable by State law. Preserves patient confidentiality. Answers phones and provides prompt and courteous member service including answering questions at pharmacy window, directing members to product location. 50%
Assists Pharmacist in filling prescriptions by bringing stock bottles, counting, pouring, re-stocking,
3) labeling, and pricing prescriptions under direct Pharmacist’s supervision. Prepares third-party insurance claims, to the extent allowable by State law. 35%
4) Processes invoices and makes accounting entries using computerized system. Less than 5%
5) Orders, receives, tags, and stocks prescription drugs and supplies. Follows product storage procedures and standards. Less than 5%
Orders and stocks special Over-the-counter items and supplies which are kept behind counter in
6) Pharmacy Department. Marks product number on unmarked items using marking gun. Orders, receives, tags, and stocks prescription drugs and supplies (those allowable by state law). Follows product storage procedures and standards. Less than 5%
Cleans department by sweeping, mopping, spraying, wiping, and dusting. Empties trash and operates
7) trash compactor and cardboard baler. Follows security and safety procedures, including securing department by appropriately storing or disposing of confidential documents and by using proper disposal methods for immunization supplies. Less than 5%
8) Regular and reliable attendance at your assigned location.
Non-Essential Functions and Tasks:
1) Assists with front end duties as directed by Pharmacist-in-Charge.
2) Assists in other departments of the warehouse as directed by Pharmacist-in-Charge.
III. Qualification Standards
Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED required. Completed State, National, or NACDS technical training as required by State.
National, State, or NACDS certification, registration, or license as Pharmacy Technician as required by State. Hazard Communication and JHA (initial assignment), Professionals
Licenses/Certifications: HIPAA Training (prior to beginning work in department), Costco Hazardous Materials DOT Training Course: Part 1 (within 30 days and then every year), Hazmat Universal Waste Training-Short Version (within 30 days and then every year), Option STOP Training (within 30 days), MethGuard (within 30 days).
Experience: Pharmacy experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills: Computer, math, insurance billing, and customer service skills preferred.
IV. Operation of Vehicles, Equipment, or Machinery
During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
Computer, phone, fax, printer, manual pallet jack
Cash register, hand held / tabletop scanner
Computerized order/inventory system, cash register
Hand held scanner, trash compactor, cardboard baler
V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequency Key (Based on 8 hour shift):
N = Never
F = Frequently (2-1/2 to 5 hours)
O = Occasionally (under 2-1/2 hours)
C = Continuously (over 5 hours)
Posture/Movement/Sensory:
During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
Sitting N Kneeling O Sitting N Kneeling N
Walking F Climbing O Walking O Climbing O
Standing F Reaching: Standing F Reaching:
Bending O Above Shoulders O Bending O Above Shoulders O
Squatting O At/Below Shoulders C Squatting O At/Below Shoulders F
Visual Demands: Ability to read handwritten prescriptions, small print on drug enclosures. Ability to read product labels on upper shelves. Field of vision to avoid co-workers in high-traffic area. Ability to distinguish color for safe dispensing.
Auditory Demands: Hearing to assist customers and converse with coworkers in person and by phone.
Other Physical Demands: Finger dexterity for repetitive opening and closing of plastic and paper bags.
Strength
0-10 lbs. 11-25 lbs. 26-50 lbs. 51-75 lbs. >75 lbs. Max.
Lift/lower below O O N N N 25 lbs
waist (3,5,7) (3,5) Case of Lactate Ringer
Lift/lower between O O 25 lbs
waist and chest (3,5,7) (3,5) N N N Case of Lactate Ringer
Lift/lower above
Shoulder N N N N N N/A
Carry O O (3,5,7) (3,5) N N N
25 lbs
Case of Lactate Ringer
Push O (3,5,7) N
O 33 lbs/force
(7) N N Open Baler
Pull O N O N N 46 lbs/force (3,5,7) (7) Close Baler
Hand/Foot Movement
During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
Simple grasp (< 8# of force) F Simple grasp (< 8# of force) F
Power grasp (>8# of force) O Power grasp (>8# of force) O
Finger/fine manipulation F Finger/fine manipulation O
Pushing / Pulling with hands O Pushing / Pulling with hands O
Foot controls N Foot controls N
Repetitive hand motions F Repetitive hand motions O
Safety: Equipment/ Training/ Attire: On-going Company provided safety training commencing on hire date. Cushion floor mats. Ensures proper cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials.
VI. Mental and Psychological Demands:
During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
BASIC WORK: Essential Functions
1) Follow verbal instruction. X X
2) Follow written instructions. X X
3) Maintain the established work pace. X X
4) Adhere to established work and safety procedures. X X
5) Respond appropriately to direction and evaluation. X X
ATTENTION TO TASK/DETAILS:
6) Perform simple and/or repetitive tasks. X X
7) Perform complex and/or varied tasks. X X
8) Organize tasks and set priorities. X X
9) Perform and/or direct multiple tasks simultaneously. X X
INTERACTION WITH OTHERS:
10) Work cooperatively with coworkers. X X
11) Interact and deal with customers or the public. X X
12) Give training and/or instruction X
13) Direct or supervise others X
14) Maintain composure under all circumstances. X X
DECISION MAKING:
15) Use basic problem-solving techniques. X X
16) Work autonomously, or with minimal supervision. X X
17) Make independent judgments and decisions based on data/ circumstances.
VII. Environmental Conditions:
Condition During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
Exposure to weather N O Parking lot
Extreme cold (non-weather related) N N
Extreme heat (non-weather related) N N
Wet and/or humid (non-weather related) N N
Atmospheric conditions N N
Noise intensity level N N
Vibration N N
Toxic/caustic chemicals O Chemotherapy medications O Cleaning spills
Proximity to moving mechanical parts N N
Exposure to electrical shock N N
Other environmental conditions:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $31.90 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Pharmacy Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Pharmacy Technician License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
_*It is Costco’s intent to fully comply with its duty to provide reasonable accommodations to allow people with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs.
Job Title: Pharmacy Technician
Department: Pharmacy
Work Site: Climate controlled warehouse with concrete floor
Job Code: Medium
I. Job Summary
Assists Pharmacist to fill, dispense prescriptions for customers. Assists customers at counter, retrieves prescriptions, rings up customers. Orders and stocks drugs, supplies, and over-the-counter merchandise.
Updates patient records and inventory, processes invoices, and makes accounting entries using computerized system.
II. Identification of Job Functions
Essential Functions and Tasks:
Assists customers at counter and retrieves filled prescriptions. Rings up orders. Receives payment,
1) makes change, processes checks, credit and debit charges. Provides prompt and courteous customer service. Answers phones, directs customers to product location. Preserves customer confidentiality.
5%
Assists Pharmacist in updating patient profile and entering prescription information into the pharmacy
2) computer to extent allowable by State law. Preserves patient confidentiality. Answers phones and provides prompt and courteous member service including answering questions at pharmacy window, directing members to product location. 50%
Assists Pharmacist in filling prescriptions by bringing stock bottles, counting, pouring, re-stocking,
3) labeling, and pricing prescriptions under direct Pharmacist’s supervision. Prepares third-party insurance claims, to the extent allowable by State law. 35%
4) Processes invoices and makes accounting entries using computerized system. Less than 5%
5) Orders, receives, tags, and stocks prescription drugs and supplies. Follows product storage procedures and standards. Less than 5%
Orders and stocks special Over-the-counter items and supplies which are kept behind counter in
6) Pharmacy Department. Marks product number on unmarked items using marking gun. Orders, receives, tags, and stocks prescription drugs and supplies (those allowable by state law). Follows product storage procedures and standards. Less than 5%
Cleans department by sweeping, mopping, spraying, wiping, and dusting. Empties trash and operates
7) trash compactor and cardboard baler. Follows security and safety procedures, including securing department by appropriately storing or disposing of confidential documents and by using proper disposal methods for immunization supplies. Less than 5%
8) Regular and reliable attendance at your assigned location.
Non-Essential Functions and Tasks:
1) Assists with front end duties as directed by Pharmacist-in-Charge.
2) Assists in other departments of the warehouse as directed by Pharmacist-in-Charge.
III. Qualification Standards
Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED required. Completed State, National, or NACDS technical training as required by State.
National, State, or NACDS certification, registration, or license as Pharmacy Technician as required by State. Hazard Communication and JHA (initial assignment), Professionals
Licenses/Certifications: HIPAA Training (prior to beginning work in department), Costco Hazardous Materials DOT Training Course: Part 1 (within 30 days and then every year), Hazmat Universal Waste Training-Short Version (within 30 days and then every year), Option STOP Training (within 30 days), MethGuard (within 30 days).
Experience: Pharmacy experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills: Computer, math, insurance billing, and customer service skills preferred.
IV. Operation of Vehicles, Equipment, or Machinery
During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
Computer, phone, fax, printer, manual pallet jack
Cash register, hand held / tabletop scanner
Computerized order/inventory system, cash register
Hand held scanner, trash compactor, cardboard baler
V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequency Key (Based on 8 hour shift):
N = Never
F = Frequently (2-1/2 to 5 hours)
O = Occasionally (under 2-1/2 hours)
C = Continuously (over 5 hours)
Posture/Movement/Sensory:
During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
Sitting N Kneeling O Sitting N Kneeling N
Walking F Climbing O Walking O Climbing O
Standing F Reaching: Standing F Reaching:
Bending O Above Shoulders O Bending O Above Shoulders O
Squatting O At/Below Shoulders C Squatting O At/Below Shoulders F
Visual Demands: Ability to read handwritten prescriptions, small print on drug enclosures. Ability to read product labels on upper shelves. Field of vision to avoid co-workers in high-traffic area. Ability to distinguish color for safe dispensing.
Auditory Demands: Hearing to assist customers and converse with coworkers in person and by phone.
Other Physical Demands: Finger dexterity for repetitive opening and closing of plastic and paper bags.
Strength
0-10 lbs. 11-25 lbs. 26-50 lbs. 51-75 lbs. >75 lbs. Max.
Lift/lower below O O N N N 25 lbs
waist (3,5,7) (3,5) Case of Lactate Ringer
Lift/lower between O O 25 lbs
waist and chest (3,5,7) (3,5) N N N Case of Lactate Ringer
Lift/lower above
Shoulder N N N N N N/A
Carry O O (3,5,7) (3,5) N N N
25 lbs
Case of Lactate Ringer
Push O (3,5,7) N
O 33 lbs/force
(7) N N Open Baler
Pull O N O N N 46 lbs/force (3,5,7) (7) Close Baler
Hand/Foot Movement
During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
Simple grasp (< 8# of force) F Simple grasp (< 8# of force) F
Power grasp (>8# of force) O Power grasp (>8# of force) O
Finger/fine manipulation F Finger/fine manipulation O
Pushing / Pulling with hands O Pushing / Pulling with hands O
Foot controls N Foot controls N
Repetitive hand motions F Repetitive hand motions O
Safety: Equipment/ Training/ Attire: On-going Company provided safety training commencing on hire date. Cushion floor mats. Ensures proper cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials.
VI. Mental and Psychological Demands:
During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
BASIC WORK: Essential Functions
1) Follow verbal instruction. X X
2) Follow written instructions. X X
3) Maintain the established work pace. X X
4) Adhere to established work and safety procedures. X X
5) Respond appropriately to direction and evaluation. X X
ATTENTION TO TASK/DETAILS:
6) Perform simple and/or repetitive tasks. X X
7) Perform complex and/or varied tasks. X X
8) Organize tasks and set priorities. X X
9) Perform and/or direct multiple tasks simultaneously. X X
INTERACTION WITH OTHERS:
10) Work cooperatively with coworkers. X X
11) Interact and deal with customers or the public. X X
12) Give training and/or instruction X
13) Direct or supervise others X
14) Maintain composure under all circumstances. X X
DECISION MAKING:
15) Use basic problem-solving techniques. X X
16) Work autonomously, or with minimal supervision. X X
17) Make independent judgments and decisions based on data/ circumstances.
VII. Environmental Conditions:
Condition During Essential Functions During Non-Essential Functions
Exposure to weather N O Parking lot
Extreme cold (non-weather related) N N
Extreme heat (non-weather related) N N
Wet and/or humid (non-weather related) N N
Atmospheric conditions N N
Noise intensity level N N
Vibration N N
Toxic/caustic chemicals O Chemotherapy medications O Cleaning spills
Proximity to moving mechanical parts N N
Exposure to electrical shock N N
Other environmental conditions:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $31.90 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Pharmacy Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Pharmacy Technician License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
_*It is Costco’s intent to fully comply with its duty to provide reasonable accommodations to allow people with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs.
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Target corporate and technology roles, not store floor positions
Costco's visa sponsorship activity is concentrated in its corporate headquarters and technology divisions, not retail store operations. Focus your search on roles in IT, finance, merchandising, and supply chain at the Issaquah, WA corporate campus.
Understand that Green Card sponsorship is Costco's primary pathway
Costco sponsors significantly more Green Cards than H-1B visas, suggesting it often sponsors workers already in the U.S. on other status. If you're on OPT or a bridging visa, that's a realistic entry point into a longer-term sponsorship relationship.
Use OPT and CPT as a foot in the door
Costco has a track record of sponsoring F-1 OPT and CPT candidates, particularly in technology and analytics. Securing an internship or early-career role while on student status can position you for Green Card sponsorship down the line.
Apply directly through Costco's careers portal for the most complete listings
Costco posts sponsored roles directly on its careers site. To filter efficiently for visa-sponsoring employers like Costco, Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can identify relevant opportunities without manually checking each company's track record.
Highlight cross-functional skills relevant to large-scale retail operations
Costco values candidates who understand high-volume retail, supply chain efficiency, and data-driven merchandising. Framing your experience around these operational priorities makes your application more competitive for the corporate roles most likely to receive sponsorship.
Be prepared for a structured, process-driven hiring timeline
As a large enterprise retailer, Costco's hiring moves through formal stages with defined approvals. Factor in extra lead time if you're on a visa with a hard deadline, such as OPT expiration, and communicate your timeline clearly during early conversations with recruiters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Costco Wholesale sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, Costco Wholesale does sponsor H-1B visas, though it does so on a selective basis compared to its overall sponsorship activity. Sponsored H-1B roles are typically found in technology, data, and corporate functions rather than retail store positions. If you're targeting Costco for H-1B sponsorship, focus your applications on its corporate and tech teams.
Which visa types does Costco Wholesale sponsor?
Costco sponsors a range of visa types including H-1B, TN visa, J-1 visa, and F-1 OPT and CPT for work authorization, as well as EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card categories for permanent residence. Green Card sponsorship makes up the majority of its activity, which reflects its tendency to support long-term employees rather than relying heavily on temporary work visas.
Which departments or roles at Costco Wholesale are most likely to receive visa sponsorship?
Sponsorship at Costco is concentrated in corporate and technical functions, including information technology, software engineering, data analytics, finance, and supply chain management. These roles are based primarily at Costco's corporate headquarters in Issaquah, Washington. Retail store operations and hourly positions are not associated with visa sponsorship.
How do I find visa-sponsored job openings at Costco Wholesale?
The most reliable approach is to apply directly through Costco's careers portal and filter for corporate and technology roles. You can also use Migrate Mate to browse verified sponsoring employers and quickly identify Costco job postings tied to real sponsorship history, saving you the time of manually researching each company's track record.
How do I improve my chances of getting sponsored by Costco Wholesale as an international applicant?
Position yourself for corporate or technology roles where Costco's sponsorship is most active. If you're currently on F-1 OPT or CPT, pursue an internship or entry-level role to establish a track record with the company before seeking longer-term sponsorship. Be transparent about your visa timeline early in the interview process, and tailor your application to Costco's operational priorities in retail, logistics, and data-driven decision-making.