"I know that my pharmacy colleagues rely on every team member to show up for their shifts on time and ready to work; if one person doesn't show up for their shift, everyone else has to work harder! I'm happy to say that I've never had an unexcused absence from work in my current position. Last year, when my spouse tested positive for Covid-19, I followed our company protocols on contacting my director and testing over the coming days."

Ensure the interviewer knows that you respect your colleagues and customers enough to always show up for your assigned shifts. Of course, emergencies and illnesses happen; you can be honest about situations that required you to miss a shift. Be sure to mention that you followed all of the protocols for calling off work. Keep in mind that part of the hiring process at CVS Pharmacy includes employment verification, and your attendance record at previous jobs may be a part of that process.