Registered Pharmacist- Hourly
About The Position
Hy-Vee Registered Pharmacists are trusted healthcare professionals who support the health and wellbeing of customers and communities. They fill and verify prescriptions, counsel patients, support the pharmacy team, and promote growth through wellness programs and community outreach. The role requires a pharmacy college degree and active licensure, with continuing education to maintain the license. Similar or related work experience is required, and the pharmacist must be able to administer immunizations. This is a fast-paced retail pharmacy position involving multiple tasks throughout a shift, including filling prescriptions, answering telephone calls, and assisting customers. The role includes occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including chemotherapy drugs. The pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs; personnel of reproductive capability should be aware that exposure may cause acute and chronic effects. Following pharmacy policies and procedures is essential to minimizing risk, and safety training is provided. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. The anticipated hourly starting wage is $60.00 to $70.60, depending on experience.
Requirements
- College degree and pharmacy licensure; maintain continuing education to keep the license active.
- 6 months to 1 year of similar or related work experience.
- Ability to administer immunizations.
- 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.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.
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 statutes and regulations.
- Assist with controlled substance inventory annually or as recommended.
- Assist with inventory control, including ordering, 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 in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager.
- 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 statutes and regulations pertaining to registered pharmacists.
- Report to work as scheduled and on time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
