Retail Pharmacy Intern
Hy-Vee•Sioux Falls, SD
•Onsite
About The Position
Retail Pharmacy Interns gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy while working toward a pharmacy degree. Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, the intern fills and processes prescriptions, assists with inventory and quality assurance, and supports patient care and customer service. The role requires maintaining confidentiality, following pharmacy regulations and Hy-Vee policies, and working collaboratively with pharmacy and store colleagues. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy.
- Registered with the State Pharmacy Board as an intern.
- Apply logical and scientific thinking to solve problems involving abstract and concrete variables.
- Perform arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric calculations accurately.
- Compose original correspondence, follow technical manuals, and evaluate technical data.
- Counsel and advise customers and interact professionally with patients, healthcare providers, and team members.
- Maintain discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient and financial information.
Nice To Haves
- Six months or less of similar or related work experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide prompt, friendly customer service and make customer interactions positive.
- Fill and help process prescriptions under a registered pharmacist’s supervision and in accordance with state and federal statutes and regulations.
- Prepare prescriptions and affix labels to prescription containers.
- Report medication errors to appropriate personnel.
- Assist with inventory control, including ordering, stocking merchandise, checking invoices, and entering inventory information.
- Assist with monthly inventory and follow security and regulatory procedures, including Quality Assurance Programs.
- Assist in training pharmacy employees.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area.
- Protect the confidentiality of customers’ private medical information and prescription drug pricing in accordance with HIPAA.
- Work with co-workers to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and facility policies.
- Maintain a professional appearance.
- Assist in other areas of the store and take on special projects as assigned.
- Follow Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines.
- Report to work as scheduled and on time.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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