Pharmacy Technician

Hy-Vee; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in Jacksonville, IL is hiring a Pharmacy Technician, Non-Certified, with Immunizations. This role supports pharmacists in processing prescriptions, handling insurance claims, stocking supplies, and delivering friendly customer service.

You'll administer vaccines where allowed by law, pursue national technician certification, and grow your pharmacy career in a fast-paced retail setting with a strong team focus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working toward licensed pharmacy technician certification required.
• CPR and Immunization Certification required; maintain certification.
• Experience as a pharmacy technician or clerk preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service while greeting customers.
• Accept new prescriptions and telephoned refills under pharmacist supervision.
• Help assemble prescriptions and prepare labels for dispensing.
• Submit insurance claims and troubleshoot third-party billing.
• Stock pharmacy supplies and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Administer vaccines as allowed by law with CPR/Immunization certification.
• Protect patient privacy per HIPAA and follow all pharmacy regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Arithmetic calculations

HIPAA/privacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Working toward licensed technician certification

CPR and Immunization Certification required

Job description

Pharmacy Technician# Hy-Vee Careers## Pharmacy TechnicianApply: Jacksonville, 1255 West Morton Ave, Jacksonville, IL: Part time: Posted Today: R259064**Additional 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 Technician, Non-Certified, with Immunizations**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 with Immunization certification support pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of prescription medications while also administering vaccines as allowed by law. In this role, you'll assist with prescription processing, insurance billing, inventory, and customer service as you work toward your national technician certification, making a meaningful difference in patients' lives every day.If you are detail-oriented, eager to grow in your pharmacy career, and passionate about helping people, we'd love to have you on our team.**What You'll Do**No two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:* 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 in accordance with CPR and Immunization Certification requirements* 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 Store Director; Assistant Managers of Health Wellness Home, Store Operations, and Perishables; Pharmacy Manager; Staff Pharmacists**Education and Experience*** High school diploma or equivalent required* Working toward licensed technician certification through a certified national program required* CPR and Immunization Certification required; must maintain continuing education requirements to keep certification active* Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or pharmacy clerk preferred* Vaccination certification as required by law where applicable**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.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.Are you ready to smile, apply today.*Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.*