Certified Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Fulfillment Center

Hy-Vee; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee's Des Moines Pharmacy Fulfillment Center is hiring a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support a fast-paced central fill operation. You will assist pharmacists with accurate preparation and distribution of prescription medications, stock supplies, and help maintain compliance with HIPAA and safety guidelines.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma, active pharmacy technician license, and CE credits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; licensed technician through a certified national program and ongoing CE.
• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or clerk preferred.
• Maintain license and comply with continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and affix labels to prescription containers.
• Assist pharmacists in accurate preparation and distribution of medications.
• Handle inquiries not requiring a pharmacist's judgment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area.
• Adhere to SOPs and HIPAA/regulatory requirements.
• Stock pharmacy supplies and assist with mail order duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Arithmetic calculations

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Fulfillment Center# Hy-Vee Careers## Certified Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Fulfillment CenterApply: Des Moines Pharmacy Fulfillment Center, Des Moines, IA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 15, 2026 (19 days left to apply): R256129Additional Considerations (if any):Night & Weekend Shifts Required**-****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.*