Pharmacy Technician Trainee – Certification Path

Hy-Vee, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, Non-Certified in Lincoln, Nebraska. The role supports pharmacists in processing prescriptions, billing, inventory, and customer service while gaining hands-on experience toward national certification.

The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality under HIPAA, and teamwork in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment. Vaccination certification may be required for immunizations, with training provided.

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 with a smile and learning their names.
• Handle customer inquiries not requiring pharmacist expertise and judgment.
• Accept new written prescription orders and telephoned refill requests under supervision.
• Contact doctors' 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 dispensing and report 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 confidentiality of customers’ private medical information per HIPAA.
• Adhere to 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.

Skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Communication

HIPAA privacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Working toward licensed technician certification

Vaccination certification (when administering vaccines)

Job description

Hy-Vee, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, Non-Certified in Lincoln, Nebraska. The role supports pharmacists in processing prescriptions, billing, inventory, and customer service while gaining hands-on experience toward national certification.

The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality under HIPAA, and teamwork in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment. Vaccination certification may be required for immunizations, with training provided.