Floating Pharmacist

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Peoria, IL

21d•$60 - $71•Onsite

About The Position

Hy-Vee is seeking a licensed Registered Pharmacist to provide patient care and customer service in a retail pharmacy. The pharmacist fills and verifies prescriptions, counsels patients, supports the pharmacy team, and contributes to growth through wellness programs and community outreach. The role also includes inventory and account responsibilities, staff training, immunization administration, and maintaining compliance with pharmacy regulations and company policies. The pharmacist assumes responsibility for the department when the Pharmacy Manager is absent and protects confidential patient and pricing information in accordance with HIPAA. This is a fast-paced retail pharmacy role involving multiple tasks during a shift, such as filling prescriptions, answering telephone calls, and assisting customers. The position may involve 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. Training is provided, and following pharmacy policies and procedures is essential to minimizing risk.

Requirements

College degree and pharmacy licensure required; maintain continuing education to keep the license active.
6 months to 1 year of similar or related work experience required.
Ability to administer immunizations required.
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 patients and interact professionally with healthcare providers, team members, and store leadership.
Ability to maintain discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient and financial information.
Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift, including extended periods at a pharmacy counter or workstation.
Ability to verify, dispense, and counsel patients on prescriptions and administer immunizations 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 and sanitation duties.

Nice To Haves

Medication Therapy Management (MTM) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide prompt, friendly customer service and make customer interactions positive.
Fill and verify prescriptions and counsel patients in accordance with OBRA '90 and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Assist with controlled-substance inventory annually or as recommended.
Assist with inventory control by ordering and stocking merchandise, checking invoices, and entering inventory information.
Assist with reconciliation and balancing of third-party accounts and monthly inventory.
Assist the HBC manager with ordering and merchandising over-the-counter products.
Coach, counsel, and train pharmacy employees and participate in additional education and training.
Visit schools, doctors' offices, and senior centers to market pharmacy services.
Build growth and sales through counseling and wellness programs.
Follow security and regulatory procedures, including Quality Assurance Programs.
Assume responsibility for the department when the Pharmacy Manager is absent.
Partner with other departments and staff to promote wellness and the pharmacy.
Communicate with the Pharmacy Manager about procedural changes, issues, and corporate communications.
Administer immunizations as certified.
Maintain confidentiality of customers' private medical information and prescription drug pricing in accordance with HIPAA.
Adhere to Hy-Vee policies, store guidelines, and laws and regulations pertaining to registered pharmacists.
Report to work as scheduled and on time.