Retail Pharmacy Intern

About Hy-Vee

Hy-Vee is committed to making customers' lives easier, healthier, and happier through exceptional customer service and a strong team environment.

The Role

The Retail Pharmacy Intern will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy setting while pursuing a pharmacy degree. This role involves filling prescriptions under pharmacist supervision, assisting with inventory and quality assurance, and contributing to exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service.
• Fill and help process prescriptions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, adhering to all state and federal regulations.
• Prepare prescriptions and affix labels.
• Report medication errors.
• Assist with inventory control, including ordering, stocking, checking invoices, and entering inventory information.
• Assist with monthly inventory and adhere to security and regulatory procedures, including Quality Assurance Programs.
• Assist in training pharmacy employees.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area.
• Maintain the confidentiality of customers' private medical information and prescription drug pricing in accordance with HIPAA.
• Collaborate with co-workers to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and facility policies.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Assist in other store areas as needed and take on special projects.
• Adhere to all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines.
• Report to work as scheduled and on time.

Your Skills

• Ability to apply logical and scientific thinking to solve problems.
• 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 a high level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient and financial information.

Reporting Relationships

• Accountable and reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Pharmacy Department Manager.

Education And Experience

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Registered with the State Pharmacy Board as an intern.
• Six months or less of similar or related work experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in the pharmacy and dispensing area.
• Ability to count, pour, package, and label medications, and fill prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and sharps.
• Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending.

Working Environment

This is a fast-paced role in a retail pharmacy with frequent exposure to noise and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents. Training is provided to ensure a safe and supportive work environment.