Certified Pharmacy Technician

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Prairie Village, KS

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About The Position

Hy-Vee is hiring a Certified Pharmacy Technician with immunization certification to support pharmacists and provide service to patients in a retail pharmacy. The role assists with prescription preparation and distribution, prescription processing, insurance billing, customer service, and inventory, and administers vaccines as allowed by law. The technician must maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable pharmacy statutes, regulations, and company policies. This is a fast-paced position involving multiple tasks during a shift, including filling prescriptions, answering telephones, and assisting customers. The pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs, and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents, including chemotherapy drugs, may occur during compounding. Training is provided to support a safe work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification as a licensed technician through a certified national program; must maintain continuing education requirements to keep the license active.
CPR and Immunization Certification; must maintain continuing education requirements to keep the certification active.
Vaccination certification as required by law where applicable.
Ability to apply logical and scientific thinking to solve problems involving abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to perform arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric calculations accurately.
Ability to compose original correspondence, follow technical manuals, and evaluate technical data.
Ability to counsel and advise customers and interact professionally with patients, healthcare providers, and team members.
Ability to use discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient information.
Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift, including extended periods at a pharmacy counter or workstation.
Ability to count, pour, package, and label medications and fill prescriptions under pharmacist supervision in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, point-of-sale transactions, and cleaning duties.
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or pharmacy clerk.

Responsibilities

Provide prompt, friendly customer service and handle inquiries that do not require a pharmacist's expertise or judgment.
Accept written prescription orders and telephoned refill requests at the supervising pharmacist's discretion.
Contact doctors' offices to take or request refill prescriptions.
Gather and maintain accurate patient information needed to prepare prescriptions.
Assist pharmacists in preparing prescription drug products for dispensing.
Prepare and affix labels to prescription containers and prepare prescriptions for mailing.
Prepare and submit insurance claims and assist with third-party billing and troubleshooting.
File dispensed prescriptions and report medication errors to appropriate personnel.
Order, check in, and stock pharmacy supplies and log invoices as needed.
Perform cash transactions accurately.
Administer vaccines as allowed by law and in accordance with CPR and immunization certification requirements.
Maintain the cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area.
Protect confidential customer medical information in accordance with HIPAA.
Follow statutes and regulations applicable to pharmacy technicians.
Work with coworkers to support customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment.
Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as assigned.
Follow personal hygiene, dress, Hy-Vee policy, and store guideline requirements.
Report to work as scheduled and on time.