Retail Pharmacy Intern

What you'd do

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile and making every interaction a positive one
• Fill and help process prescriptions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist in accordance with all state and federal statutes and regulations
• Prepare prescriptions and affix labels to prescription containers
• Report any 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
• Maintain the confidentiality of customers' private medical information and prescription drug pricing in accordance with HIPAA
• Work with co-workers as a team to ensure strict adherence to standard operating procedures and facility policies

What they want

• Apply logical and scientific thinking to solve problems involving both 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 a high level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient and financial information
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy required
• Registered with the State Pharmacy Board as an intern required
• Six months or less of similar or related work experience preferred
• Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in the pharmacy and dispensing area, including extended periods at a pharmacy counter or workstation while filling and processing prescriptions
• Ability to count, pour, package, and label medications, and fill prescriptions under pharmacist supervision, in accordance with state and federal pharmacy regulations

About Hy-Vee

At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier. The Role and Why It's Important Our Retail Pharmacy Interns gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy setting while working toward their pharmacy degree.