CVS Pharmacy Mock Interview

Practice 35 CVS Pharmacy interview questions covering customer service, healthcare knowledge, and retail operations.

Question 17 of 35

How do you like to be recognized for your accomplishments?

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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.

The managers at CVS Pharmacy will be focused on nurturing a positive work environment and a strong team, so they'll offer you feedback on your work and recognition of your accomplishments. Share with the interviewer how you would like credit for your hard work. Perhaps you are the type who enjoys gifts or financial perks. Or on the other hand, you may like to receive public recognition, kind words, or a promotion. You can also include examples of how managers or team leaders have recognized your accomplishments in the past.

Krista Wenz

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.

"I am very much an over-achiever and find the best way for me to be recognized for a job well done is through words of kindness and recognition. I am easily encouraged, and the best reward is knowing that my hard work is noticed."

Krista Wenz

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.

"As a sales professional, I am driven by a challenge with a financial perk. Sales contests, for example, are a great way to motivate me. However, I prefer to receive recognition for my accomplishments through acknowledgment and appreciation from those around me. Whether a simple 'thank you' or a more formal recognition, such as an award or promotion, it's nice to know that my efforts are valued and appreciated. Ultimately, the most important thing for me is to feel that I am making a positive impact and contributing to the success of my team and organization."

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Well, as a pharmacy manager, I always tried to recognize good work, and I offered feedback to the team and led by example. I enjoy hearing constructive feedback about my performance. During a recent performance review, my supervisor complimented me on my flexibility and willingness to work in a variety of settings. I thanked him and responded that I enjoy working with him as well.

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Giving an example of a time when recognition made you feel good is a perfect way to frame this response. Nicely done!

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I am easily encouraged, and the best reward for me is to know that my hard work is noticed, and my customers are pleased with my services.

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Great answer!

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35CVS Pharmacy Interview Questions & Answers

Compatibility

1.This position requires a flexible schedule as we are open evenings, weekends, and most holidays. Are you able to commit to these hours?

Customer Service

2.CVS puts customer service first. How do you ensure that you always put the customers' needs first?

Diligence

3.What do you know about CVS? Why do you want to work for us?

Conflict

4.How would you handle a customer who was arguing with you about a potential return?

Tough

5.We have a strong employee honesty program in place at CVS to prevent loss. What would you do if you discovered a coworker stealing product or money?

Competency

6.In this role you will be required to handle customer transactions. On a scale of 1-10 how strong are your mathematical skills?

Operational

7.This position requires you to wear a uniform to work. Have you worn a uniform in the workplace before? How do you feel about this?

Creative Thinking

8.In our retail stores, we take pride in our merchandising and displays. Do you consider yourself to be a creative person, capable of making an attractive retail display?

Leadership

9.At CVS, we firmly believe in grooming our employees into management roles as they show potential. Are you interested in potential leadership roles with us?

Compatibility

10.Tell me three qualities you possess that make you a strong fit for this position.

Conflict

11.Working in a retail environment, you will sometimes come across rude customers. How would you handle a customer who is aggressive towards you or a coworker?

Role-Specific

12.In a retail environment, staff turnover is often high. How would you handle it if your coworker did not show up for their shift?

Discovery

13.You will be responsible for a large amount of cash and valuable merchandise. What would your most recent employer say about your character and honesty?

Discovery

14.Have you researched our company values? What makes you the best candidate for us?

Experience

15.Take me through your experience in retail. What was the most challenging position you have held? Which was your favorite, and why?

Customer Service

16.Give me an example of a time when you went above and beyond.

Accomplishment

17.How do you like to be recognized for your accomplishments?

Organizational

18.Tell me about a time when you made a suggestion requesting change in an organization.

Adaptability

19.What is the most competitive work situation you have experienced? How did you handle it? What was the result?

Discovery

20.Why is this job with CVS right for you at this time in your career?

Management

21.What type of manager brings out the best in you?

Communication

22.How do you handle a situation where your supervisor does not properly communicate information to you?

Compatibility

23.Personality fit is important to us. How would you describe your personality?

Organizational

24.What type of work environment do you dislike working in?

Discovery

25.We need reliable people on our team. How many days were you absent from work last year?

Direct

26.Describe to me your ideal employer.

Management

27.How can we motivate you on the job?

Salary

28.What are your salary expectations?

Job Satisfaction

29.How do you feel about performance incentives?

Discovery

30.What do you hope to learn from this job at CVS?

Direct

31.Do you have reliable transportation?

Compatibility

32.How do you handle situations that could cause you to be late or miss work?

Discovery

33.What weakness have you recently turned into a strength?

Career Goals

34.Where do you see yourself in five years?

Operational

CVS Pharmacy Mock Interview

How do you like to be recognized for your accomplishments?

35CVS Pharmacy Interview Questions & Answers

1.This position requires a flexible schedule as we are open evenings, weekends, and most holidays. Are you able to commit to these hours?

2.CVS puts customer service first. How do you ensure that you always put the customers' needs first?

3.What do you know about CVS? Why do you want to work for us?

4.How would you handle a customer who was arguing with you about a potential return?

5.We have a strong employee honesty program in place at CVS to prevent loss. What would you do if you discovered a coworker stealing product or money?

6.In this role you will be required to handle customer transactions. On a scale of 1-10 how strong are your mathematical skills?

7.This position requires you to wear a uniform to work. Have you worn a uniform in the workplace before? How do you feel about this?

8.In our retail stores, we take pride in our merchandising and displays. Do you consider yourself to be a creative person, capable of making an attractive retail display?

9.At CVS, we firmly believe in grooming our employees into management roles as they show potential. Are you interested in potential leadership roles with us?

10.Tell me three qualities you possess that make you a strong fit for this position.

11.Working in a retail environment, you will sometimes come across rude customers. How would you handle a customer who is aggressive towards you or a coworker?

12.In a retail environment, staff turnover is often high. How would you handle it if your coworker did not show up for their shift?

13.You will be responsible for a large amount of cash and valuable merchandise. What would your most recent employer say about your character and honesty?

14.Have you researched our company values? What makes you the best candidate for us?

15.Take me through your experience in retail. What was the most challenging position you have held? Which was your favorite, and why?

16.Give me an example of a time when you went above and beyond.

17.How do you like to be recognized for your accomplishments?

18.Tell me about a time when you made a suggestion requesting change in an organization.

19.What is the most competitive work situation you have experienced? How did you handle it? What was the result?

20.Why is this job with CVS right for you at this time in your career?

21.What type of manager brings out the best in you?

22.How do you handle a situation where your supervisor does not properly communicate information to you?

23.Personality fit is important to us. How would you describe your personality?

24.What type of work environment do you dislike working in?

25.We need reliable people on our team. How many days were you absent from work last year?

26.Describe to me your ideal employer.

27.How can we motivate you on the job?

28.What are your salary expectations?

29.How do you feel about performance incentives?

30.What do you hope to learn from this job at CVS?

31.Do you have reliable transportation?

32.How do you handle situations that could cause you to be late or miss work?

33.What weakness have you recently turned into a strength?

34.Where do you see yourself in five years?

35.What is your biggest pet peeve in the workplace?