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.