pharmacy clerk

Hy-Vee•Fairmont, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Clerk supports the day-to-day operations of Hy-Vee’s pharmacy, helping provide customers with care and professional service. Duties include assisting customers, stocking and ordering supplies, processing cash transactions, and helping keep the pharmacy running smoothly and cleanly. The role requires attention to detail, trustworthiness, discretion, and a commitment to helping customers and working as part of a team. This is a fast-paced pharmacy environment with daily exposure to noise and significant pressure to meet deadlines. 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 are advised that exposure may cause acute and chronic effects. Following pharmacy policies and procedures is essential to minimizing risk, and safety training is provided. The anticipated starting wage is $13.00 to $16.25 per hour, depending on experience. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. Applicants must be 18 or older.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
Ability to follow written, verbal, or diagrammatic instructions with attention to detail.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers accurately.
Ability to file, post, and organize materials, copy data accurately between records, and gather basic information through customer interactions.
Ability to guide customers and provide clear, helpful direction in a professional and compassionate manner.
Ability to maintain discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient information.
Ability to perform the physical duties described, including frequent standing and walking, repetitive reaching and bending, and counting, pouring, packaging, and labeling medications.
Must fill prescriptions under pharmacist supervision and in accordance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.

Nice To Haves

Over six months up to one year of similar or related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide prompt, friendly customer service and make customer interactions positive.
Answer telephone calls promptly and assist callers, including taking refill orders.
Gather patient information required to prepare prescriptions.
Stock received products and supplies, mark stickers accordingly, and keep pharmacy supplies stocked.
Review prescriptions that have not been picked up as requested by the department manager.
Order products and supplies at the department manager’s request and review invoices for received products.
Log invoices as necessary and complete cash transactions accurately.
Prepare paperwork and compile medicine for delivery orders and mail-outs at the department manager’s request.
Coordinate nursing home medicines as necessary.
Administer vaccines when allowed by law and when the required certification is held.
Clean the pharmacy, empty garbage, and remove trash in a timely manner.
Maintain the confidentiality of customers’ private medical information.
Work with co-workers as a team to support customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment.
Assist in other areas of the store and take on special projects as assigned.
Follow personal hygiene and dress standards, Hy-Vee policies, and store guidelines.
Report to work as scheduled and on time.