Non-Certified Pharmacy Technician

Hy-Vee Inc; Silvis (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Inc is hiring a Non-Certified Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in prescription processing, insurance billing, and customer service. The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and growth toward national certification.

You will assist with dispensing, labeling, inventory, and vaccines where allowed by law, in a fast-paced retail pharmacy setting. Training is provided to help you advance in your pharmacy career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working toward licensed technician certification through a certified national program required.
• Previous experience as a pharmacy clerk preferred.
• Vaccination certification required if administering vaccines, as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers and making interactions positive.
• Handle inquiries that do not require a pharmacist's expertise and judgment.
• Accept new written prescription orders and telephoned refills as directed by the supervising pharmacist.
• Contact doctors for refills as needed.
• Gather and maintain accurate patient information for prescriptions.
• Assist pharmacists in preparing prescription drug products for dispensing.
• Prepare and affix labels to containers and prepare prescriptions to be mailed.
• Submit insurance claims and assist with third-party billing and troubleshooting.
• File prescriptions after dispensing and report medication errors to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and adhere to pharmacy regulations.

Skills

Logical reasoning

Arithmetic skills

Technical writing

Customer counseling

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed pharmacy technician certification (in progress)

Experience as pharmacy clerk (preferred)

Job description

Job Title

Pharmacy Technician, Non-Certified

Department

Pharmacy

FLSA

Hourly

Revision Date

07/2026

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 Non-Certified Pharmacy Technicians are working toward their national certification while gaining hands-on experience supporting pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of prescription medications. In this role, you'll assist with prescription processing, insurance billing, inventory, and customer service, all while building the skills and knowledge needed to grow in your pharmacy career. If you are detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about helping people, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You’ll Do

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile, learning their names, and making every interaction a positive one
• Handle customer inquiries that do not require a pharmacist's expertise and judgment
• Accept new written prescription orders and telephoned refill requests at the discretion of the supervising pharmacist
• Contact doctor's offices to take or request refill prescriptions as needed
• Gather and maintain accurate patient information required to prepare prescriptions
• Assist pharmacists in preparing prescription drug products for dispensing
• Prepare and affix labels to prescription containers and prepare prescriptions to be mailed
• Prepare and submit insurance claims and assist with third-party insurance billing and troubleshooting
• File prescriptions after they have been dispensed and report any medication errors to appropriate personnel
• Order, check in, and stock pharmacy supplies and log invoices as necessary
• Perform cash transactions accurately
• Administer vaccines as allowed by law, with required certification where applicable
• Maintain the cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area
• Maintain the confidentiality of customers’ private medical information in accordance with HIPAA
• Adhere to all statutes and regulations pertaining to a pharmacy technician
• Work with co-workers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment
• Assist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as assigned
• Maintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines
• Report to work when scheduled and on time

Your Skills

• 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 information

Reporting Relationships

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

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Working toward licensed technician certification through a certified national program required
• Previous experience as a pharmacy clerk preferred
• Vaccination certification required if administering vaccines, as required by law

Physical Requirements

• 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
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and sharps (needles, lancets) associated with pharmacy operations and, where certified, immunization administration
• Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties

Working Environment

This is a fast-paced role in a retail pharmacy where you will handle multiple tasks throughout your shift including filling prescriptions, answering the telephone, and assisting customers. There is occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including chemotherapy drugs. This pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs; personnel of reproductive capability should be aware that exposure may cause acute and chronic effects, and that following all pharmacy policies and procedures is essential to minimizing risk. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

Salary

The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $15.50 to $19.30 depending on experience. For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee.

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