Certified Pharmacy Technician Part-Time

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Sioux Falls, SD

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Hy-Vee is hiring a certified pharmacy technician to support pharmacists in the accurate and professional preparation and distribution of prescription medications. The role includes prescription processing, insurance billing, customer service, inventory, and maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance. Technicians work in a fast-paced retail pharmacy, assisting customers and patients while supporting a positive team environment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification as a licensed technician through a certified national program; continuing education requirements must be maintained 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, point-of-sale transactions, and cleaning duties.
Night and weekend shifts are required.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide prompt, friendly customer service and 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 refills as needed.
Gather and maintain accurate patient information needed to prepare prescriptions.
Assist pharmacists with preparing prescription drug products for dispensing; label containers, prepare prescriptions for mailing, and file prescriptions after dispensing.
Prepare and submit insurance claims and assist with third-party billing and troubleshooting.
Report medication errors to appropriate personnel.
Order, check in, and stock pharmacy supplies; log invoices as necessary.
Perform cash transactions accurately.
Administer vaccines as permitted by law and with required certification, where applicable.
Maintain cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area and protect confidential medical information in accordance with HIPAA.
Follow applicable pharmacy technician statutes and regulations, Hy-Vee policies, store guidelines, hygiene, and dress standards.
Work with co-workers to support customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment; assist in other store areas and take on assigned special projects.
Report to work as scheduled and on time.