Pharmacy Intern

Non-Registered Pharmacist

At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other. The Role and Why It's Important Our Non-Registered Pharmacists are working toward full licensure while contributing meaningfully to the pharmacy team, verifying prescriptions, counseling patients, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the department. In this role, you'll work under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager, gaining valuable experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment. If you are a motivated pharmacy professional committed to patient care and continuing education, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile, learning their names, and making every interaction a positive one
• Verify prescriptions and counsel patients in accordance with all state and federal statutes and regulations
• Assist with controlled substance inventory on an annual basis or as recommended
• Assist with inventory control including ordering, stocking merchandise, checking invoices, and entering inventory information
• Assist with reconciliation and balancing of third-party accounts and monthly inventory
• Assist the HBC manager with ordering and merchandising over-the-counter products
• Coach, counsel, and train pharmacy employees and participate in additional education and training
• Visit schools, doctor's offices, and senior centers to market pharmacy services
• Build growth and sales through counseling and wellness programs
• Follow security and regulatory procedures including Quality Assurance Programs
• Assume responsibility for the department in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager
• Partner with other departments and staff including dietitians to promote wellness and the pharmacy
• Communicate continually with the Pharmacy Manager about procedural changes, issues, or corporate communications
• Administer immunizations as certified
• Maintain the confidentiality of customers' private medical information and prescription drug pricing in accordance with HIPAA
• Adhere to all Hy-Vee policies, store guidelines, and all statutes and regulations pertaining to a pharmacist
• Report to work when scheduled and on time

Your Skills

• Apply logical and scientific thinking to solve problems involving both abstract and concrete variables
• Perform arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric calculations accurately
• Compose original correspondence, follow technical manuals, and evaluate technical data
• Counsel and advise patients and interact professionally with healthcare providers, team members, and store leadership
• Maintain a high level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient and financial information

Reporting Relationships

• Accountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Health Wellness Home, Store Operations, and Perishables; Pharmacy Department Manager; Registered Pharmacist; Pharmacy Supervisor
• Direct Reports: Pharmacy Technician; Pharmacy Clerk; Delivery Person; Pharmacy Students

Education and Experience

• College degree and working toward licensure in pharmacy required; must maintain continuing education requirements
• Medication Therapy Management (MTM) preferred
• Ability to administer immunizations required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in the pharmacy and dispensing area, including extended periods at a pharmacy counter or workstation while verifying and processing prescriptions
• Ability to verify, dispense, and counsel patients on prescriptions, and administer immunizations, in accordance with state and federal pharmacy regulations
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and sharps (needles, lancets) associated with immunization administration and pharmacy operations
• Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties

Working Environment

• This is a fast-paced role in a retail pharmacy where you will handle multiple tasks throughout your shift including verifying prescriptions, answering the telephone, and assisting customers.
• There is occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including chemotherapy drugs.
• This pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs; personnel of reproductive capability should be aware that exposure may cause acute and chronic effects, and that following all pharmacy policies and procedures is essential to minimizing risk.
• Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $19.00 to $23.75 depending on experience. For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee.