pharmacy clerk

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Fairmont, MN

17d•$13 - $16

About The Position

The Pharmacy Clerk supports the pharmacy’s day-to-day operations and helps provide customers with professional, helpful service. Duties include assisting customers, handling cash transactions, stocking and ordering supplies, and helping maintain an orderly pharmacy. The role requires careful handling of confidential patient information and teamwork to support customer satisfaction. This is a fast-paced pharmacy environment with daily exposure to noise and pressure to meet deadlines. There may be occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents, including chemotherapy drugs. The pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs, so personnel of reproductive capability should be aware of possible acute and chronic effects and follow pharmacy policies and procedures to minimize risk. Safety training is provided.

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 professionally and compassionately.
Ability to maintain discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient information.
Vaccination certification is required if administering vaccines, as required by law.
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 pharmacy regulations.
Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning duties.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide prompt, friendly customer service and make customer interactions positive.
Answer telephone calls promptly, assist callers, and take refill orders.
Gather patient information required to prepare prescriptions.
Stock received products and supplies, mark stickers accordingly, and keep supplies well 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 permitted by law and when appropriately certified.
Clean the pharmacy, empty garbage, and remove trash to maintain a clean and inviting appearance.
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 store areas as needed and take on assigned special projects.
Follow personal hygiene and dress standards, Hy-Vee policies, and store guidelines.
Report to work as scheduled and on time.