Certified Pharmacy Technician

Hy-Vee • Albert Lea, MN

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About The Position

Hy-Vee is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in preparing and distributing prescription medications accurately and professionally. The role includes prescription processing, insurance billing, customer service, and inventory responsibilities, while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance. The position is based in a fast-paced retail pharmacy and involves handling multiple tasks during each shift, such as filling prescriptions, answering calls, and assisting customers. Safety training is provided. There may be occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including chemotherapy drugs. The pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs; personnel of reproductive capability should be aware of potential acute and chronic effects and follow pharmacy policies and procedures to minimize risk. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a licensed technician through a certified national program.
• Maintain continuing education requirements to keep the license active.
• 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 maintain 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, POS transactions, and cleaning duties.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or pharmacy clerk.
• Vaccination certification if administering vaccines, as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service and make customer interactions positive.
• Handle customer 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 as needed.
• Gather and maintain accurate patient information needed to prepare prescriptions.
• Assist pharmacists in preparing prescription drug products for dispensing.
• Prepare and affix prescription labels and prepare prescriptions for mailing.
• Prepare and submit insurance claims and assist with third-party insurance billing and troubleshooting.
• File prescriptions after dispensing and report medication errors to appropriate personnel.
• Order, check in, and stock pharmacy supplies and log invoices as necessary.
• Perform cash transactions accurately.
• Administer vaccines as allowed by law and with required certification where applicable.
• Maintain cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area.
• Protect customers' private medical information in accordance with HIPAA.
• Follow statutes and regulations pertaining to pharmacy technicians.
• Work with co-workers as a team to support customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment.
• Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as assigned.
• Maintain personal hygiene, dress standards, and compliance with Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines.
• Report to work as scheduled and on time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED