Registered Pharmacist

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Canton, IL

7d•$58 - $68•Onsite

About The Position

Hy-Vee is seeking a licensed pharmacist to provide patient care and customer service in a retail pharmacy. The Registered Pharmacist fills and verifies prescriptions, counsels patients, supports pharmacy operations and staff, and promotes wellness programs and pharmacy services in the community. The role includes administering immunizations, maintaining patient confidentiality, following applicable laws and company policies, and assuming responsibility for the department when the Pharmacy Manager is absent. This is a fast-paced position involving multiple tasks throughout a shift, including prescription filling, telephone calls, and customer assistance. The pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs; there may be occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including chemotherapy drugs. Training is provided, and following pharmacy safety procedures is essential to minimizing exposure risks. The anticipated hourly starting wage is $58.00 to $68.20, depending on experience. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

College degree and pharmacy licensure required.
Must maintain continuing education to keep the pharmacy 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.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Medication Therapy Management (MTM) experience is 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, including ordering and stocking merchandise, checking invoices, and entering inventory information.
Assist with reconciling and balancing 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.
Follow Hy-Vee policies, store guidelines, and statutes and regulations applicable to registered pharmacists.
Report to work as scheduled and on time.