Pharmacy Technician Certified, with Immunizations

Hy-Vee; Kentucky; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in Kentucky is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician with Immunizations to support pharmacists with prescriptions, insurance billing, and vaccine administration in a fast-paced retail setting. You will gather patient information, prepare medications, process orders, maintain HIPAA compliance, and stock supplies while delivering friendly service to customers.

Requires high school diploma, active technician license, CPR and Immunization certification; prior pharmacy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified as a licensed pharmacy technician; must maintain CE to keep license active.
• CPR and Immunization Certification required; CE to keep certification active.
• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or pharmacy clerk preferred.
• Vaccination certification as required by law where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile and learning their names.
• Handle inquiries that do not require a pharmacist's expertise and judgment.
• Accept new written prescription orders and telephoned refill requests as allowed by the supervising pharmacist.
• Gather and maintain accurate patient information required to prepare prescriptions.
• Assist pharmacists in preparing prescription drug products for dispensing.
• Prepare labels and prescriptions for mailing; submit insurance claims and assist with third-party billing.
• File prescriptions after dispensing; report medication errors to appropriate personnel.
• Order, check in, and stock pharmacy supplies and log invoices as necessary.
• Administer vaccines as allowed by law in accordance with CPR and Immunization Certification requirements.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and adhere to all pharmacy statutes and store policies.

Skills

Logical thinking

Arithmetic calculations

Written communication

Customer counseling

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Pharmacy Technician

CPR certification

Immunization certification

Experience as pharmacy technician or clerk

Job description

Job Description

Professional License/Certification Required

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician, Certified, with Immunizations

Department: Pharmacy

FLSA: Hourly

Revision Date: 07/2026

About Hy-Vee

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.

The Role and Why It's Important

Our Certified Pharmacy Technicians with Immunization certification bring an additional layer of care and service to our patients, supporting pharmacists in prescription preparation and distribution while also administering vaccines as allowed by law. In this role, you'll assist with everything from prescription processing and insurance billing to customer service and inventory, all while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and compliance. If you are detail-oriented, passionate about helping people, and ready to make a meaningful impact on patient health, 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 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

• 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
• Certified as a licensed technician through a certified national program required; must maintain continuing education requirements to keep license active
• 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.

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