Pharmacist

At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Description :

• Job Title : Registered Pharmacist.
• Department : Pharmacy.
• FSLA : Non-Exempt.

General Function :

Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service. Fills and / or verifies prescriptions and counsels patients in accordance with all state and federal statutes and regulations. Assists with pharmacy’s inventory, including controlled substances, on an annual basis or as recommended.

Core Competencies :

Reporting Relations :

Accountable and Reports to : District Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home; Pharmacy Department Manager, Pharmacy Supervisor.

Positions that Report to you : Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Clerk, Delivery Person, and Pharmacy students.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

Escorting them to the products they’re looking for.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities :

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics :

Education and Experience :

Physical Requirements :

Working Conditions :

This position frequently involves a fast work pace in a retail store setting. Must be able to handle multiple tasks (filling scripts, answering telephone, waiting on customers, etc.) every day. There is an occasional exposure to dangerous chemicals / solvents while compounding products and chemotherapy drugs.

Equipment Used to Perform Job :

PC with pharmacy software and printer, cash register, pharmacy balance, scanner, calculator, telephone, fax, and copier.

Financial Responsibility :

Is fully responsible for company assets including prescription inventory, third party accounts receivable, pharmacy computer and software, and pharmacy fixtures. Has full authority, within reasonable limits, to purchase inventory for the pharmacy.

Contacts :

Has daily contact with customers, general public, and suppliers / vendors, and pharmacy operations support staff. Has occasional contact with community or trade / professional organizations and federal / state governmental or regulatory agencies.

Confidentiality :

Maintains the confidentiality of the customer’s private medical information according to the HIPAA act. Maintains the confidentiality of prescription drug pricing and costs.

I understand that this pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs. The USP 800 is intended to ensure that personnel of reproductive capability understand the risks of handling hazardous drugs. Accordingly, I acknowledge that exposure to hazardous drugs may cause acute and chronic effects. Failure to follow pharmacy policies and procedures may put me at greater risk of exposure to hazardous drugs.

Are you ready to smile, apply today.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.