Certified Pharmacy Technician

Hy-Vee; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician at the Des Moines Pharmacy Fulfillment Center to join a fast-paced automated central fill operation.

You will assist pharmacists, prepare prescriptions, label containers, stock supplies, and ensure HIPAA compliance while upholding Hy-Vee's service standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; licensed pharmacy technician required.
• Certified through a national program; continuing education obligations apply.
• Previous pharmacy technician or clerk experience preferred.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations and maintain HIPAA confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in accurate preparation and distribution of medications.
• Prepare and affix labels to prescription containers.
• Work in a fast-paced, automated central fill environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to SOPs and safety/regulatory guidelines.
• Report medication errors and stock pharmacy supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Arithmetic

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Certified pharmacy technician license

Tools

Excel

Pharmacy software

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

## Certified Pharmacy TechnicianApply: Des Moines Pharmacy Fulfillment Center, Des Moines, IA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 13, 2026 (25 days left to apply): R252189Additional Considerations (if any):**-****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****:** Pharmacy Fulfillment Certified Pharmacy Technician **Department:** Pharmacy Fulfillment Center**FLSA**: Non-Exempt**General Function**Works in a fast-paced production environment known as an automated Central Fill Pharmacy. Assist pharmacists in the accurate preparation and distribution of prescription medications**.****Reporting Relations**Accountable and Reports to: AVP, Pharmacy Services; FC Pharmacy Manager; Pharmacist; Lead TechniciansPositions that Report to you: None**Primary Duties and Responsibilities*** Works with co-workers as a team to ensure strict adherence to standard operating procedures and facility policies* Handles inquiries that do not require a pharmacist’s expertise and judgment.* Assists in developing standard operating procedures* Prepares and affixes labels to prescription containers* Assists in training employees* Assists in adherence to quality assurance standards* Gain complete understanding of Hy-Vee’s retail pharmacy operations and, offering avenues to better serve them* Reports any medication errors to appropriate personnel* Orders, checks-in, and stocks pharmacy supplies* Maintains cleanliness of pharmacy and dispensing area* Maintains strict adherence to department and company guidelines related to personal hygiene and dress* Adheres to all statutes and regulations pertaining to a pharmacy technician* Reports to work when scheduled and works expected number of hours* Performs mail order call center duties including data entry to prepare prescription orders* Manually counts medication quantities and replenishes medication cells as needed* Replaces empty medication cells and brings full cells to robots**Secondary Duties and Responsibilities*** Assists in areas as needed* Performs other related job duties and special projects as required* Assist in stocking of pharmacy supplies**Education and Experience**## High school diploma or equivalent. Certified as a licensed technician through a certified national program and maintains continuing education requirements to keep license active.Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or pharmacy clerk is preferred.**Physical Requirements*** Visual requirements include: ability to see detail at near and far range with or without correction, field of vision, and color vision.* Must be able to physically exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.* Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, reaching, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics*** Commitment to the Hy-Vee Mission and a willingness to promote the values of the company* Strong leadership skills; ability to assist other members of the department.* Must have the ability to do logical or scientific thinking to solve problems; several abstract and concrete variables.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Have the ability to do arithmetic calculations involving arithmetic, algebraic and geometric calculations* Ability to work in a fast paced environment, assisting in the preparation of accurate prescriptions.* Must be able to compose original correspondence; follow technical manuals; have increased contact with people; interview counsel or advise people; evaluate technical data.**Working Conditions**This position frequently involves a fast work pace in a production setting. Must be able to handle multiple tasks on a daily basis.**Equipment Used to Perform Job**High volume solutions robotics, operating software, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint**Contacts**Has daily contact with employees, suppliers, and delivery drivers. Has occasional contact with Hy-Vee stores, 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.Are you ready to smile, apply today.*Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.*