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Trainee roles on CPT let you apply classroom learning to structured, supervised work in your field before graduation. Your DSO must authorize each position, and the training program must directly connect to your degree curriculum. Most trainee programs run on a fixed schedule that aligns with your academic term.
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Job Summary
As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee, you’ll be a key part of our collaborative team. You’ll bring your skills and expertise to building a service conscious Pharmacy team that consistently looks to develop great relationships with patients. You’ll help us exceed expectations, meet needs and provide safe, accurate and efficient care in order to reach the best patient, Team Member and company outcomes.
Job Description
- Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
- Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification or Licensing Required: Eligible to obtain registration as pharmacy technician with the applicable state board of pharmacy
- Lifting Requirement: Up to 25 pounds
- Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age
Job Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and immediately acknowledge them with compassion and a smile at all pharmacy entry points.
- Model excellent patient care by respecting, engaging and enthusiastically meeting or exceeding all patient needs, including processing orders in person and by phone, directing patients to products and merchandise and referring appropriate questions concerning prescriptions and over the counter medicine to the pharmacist.
- Maintain a neat and clean work environment in order to ensure that company and government requirements are met.
- Assist team members with tasks to ensure department runs efficiently.
- Use the pharmacy computer to complete all actions necessary in order to maximize efficiency and provide optimal patient care at drop-off, will call, drive thru, phone, filling and order receiving, including but not limited to: searching for patients and profiles, determining dates of fill and pick-up, determining prescriptions sent to Central Fill, quoting cash prices of prescriptions, checking on-hand counts of medications and entering invoices.
- Assist team on actions plans in order to improve outcomes using knowledge of all appropriate service and business metrics.
- Assist in the execution of all company initiatives and programs.
- Complete required training program and accompanying exams.
- Follow all company, state and federal policies, laws and regulations, including HIPAA and Pseudoephedrine sales.
- Finalize sales using cash register according to established procedures, including the point of sale policies.
- Transcribe data from prescriptions accurately in order to generate a custom label for the customer.
- Assist with maintaining proper inventory levels by ordering, receiving, stocking and rotating drugs and other supplies per company policy and procedure.
- Answer telephone in a polite and timely manner, ensure accurate information is exchanged and the customer is satisfied.
- Resolve customer questions and concerns by communicating effectively with the customer and the management team and support staff in an efficient manner.
- File written prescriptions daily.
About us
At Giant Eagle, we believe in nourishing life’s moments, big and small, because they matter. We strive to lead the way in quality, service, and everyday value. Most importantly, the compassion, care, and respect our Team Members show to each other and in our communities is what truly sets us apart. Here, you’ll find a place to win, grow, and be better together. If you want to make a real impact, belong to a supportive community, and build a meaningful career, we invite you to grow your future with us — because you matter.
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Get Access To All JobsTrainee CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a trainee role qualify for CPT authorization?
A trainee role qualifies for CPT if it's directly related to your major and is an integral part of your curriculum, meaning it must connect to a specific course or degree requirement. Your DSO makes the final determination. Structured corporate training programs, internship rotations, and apprenticeship-style roles typically qualify when the employer provides a written training plan tied to your field of study.
Can I work as a trainee on CPT before completing my first academic year?
No. F-1 students must complete one full academic year before becoming eligible for CPT. This rule applies regardless of whether the trainee position is part-time or full-time. If your program is less than a year long, such as some certificate programs, your DSO may have limited or no authority to authorize CPT at all.
How do I find trainee employers who already understand CPT?
Migrate Mate lets you search for employers with structured trainee programs that have experience working with F-1 students. Targeting companies already familiar with the CPT process matters because employers unfamiliar with DSO authorization requirements often delay or withdraw offers when they learn the I-20 must be updated before you can legally start.
Does full-time CPT in a trainee role affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes, significantly. Twelve or more months of full-time CPT authorization eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, including STEM OPT. Part-time CPT, defined as under 20 hours per week, does not count against your OPT regardless of how long you use it. Before accepting a full-time multi-term trainee role, calculate your cumulative full-time CPT months with your DSO.
What documentation do I need from a trainee employer for CPT approval?
Your DSO will typically require an offer letter or employment agreement that states the job title, start and end dates, number of hours per week, and a description of the training activities. Some schools also require a letter from the employer explaining how the role connects to your academic program. The more specific the training plan, the smoother the DSO authorization process.
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